ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Of the following, the microorganism that is MOST likely causing chronic arthritis after bacterial enteric infection or genitourinary tract infection (UTI) is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chlamydia trachomatis is a common cause of chronic reactive arthritis.
Question 2 of 5
Antihistamines are less helpful in treating
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nasal congestion is better treated with decongestants rather than antihistamines.
Question 3 of 5
Fixed drug eruption can be caused by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NSAIDs are common causes of fixed drug eruptions, which present as recurring skin lesions at the same site.
Question 4 of 5
A term newborn presents with jaundice and a total bilirubin level of 20 mg/dL. Which treatment is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phototherapy is the first-line treatment for neonatal jaundice with high bilirubin levels, as it converts bilirubin into a water-soluble form for excretion. Exchange transfusion is reserved for severe cases with signs of kernicterus.
Question 5 of 5
The following medications are truly matched to their major pharmacological groups EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluoxetine belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), not tricyclic antidepressants.