ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Proctored Exam 2020 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Most effective long-term therapy in patients with moderate persistent asthma is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inhaled steroids are the most effective long-term control for moderate persistent asthma, per GINA guidelines, reducing inflammation. A, B, D, E are less optimal alone.
Question 2 of 5
A 2-month-old boy with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with vomiting and dehydration. Laboratory findings reveal sodium of 125 mEq/L and chloride of 80 mEq/L. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis-related salt loss fits vomiting, dehydration, and hyponatremia, per CFF. A, B, D, E don’t match.
Question 3 of 5
A child with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with jaundice and pruritus. Laboratory findings reveal elevated bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Biliary cirrhosis fits jaundice and lab findings in cystic fibrosis, per CFF. A, B, D, E are less likely.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-year-old boy presents with fever and a strawberry tongue. Physical exam shows cervical lymphadenopathy and a rash. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kawasaki disease includes fever, strawberry tongue, lymphadenopathy, and rash, per AHA. A, C-E lack this combination.
Question 5 of 5
A 1-year-old boy presents with fever and irritability. Exam shows a bulging tympanic membrane. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acute otitis media features fever, irritability, and a bulging TM, per AAP. A, C-E differ in presentation.