ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Of the following, the MOST appropriate initial therapy for a 12-year-old female adolescent with mild arthritis and a faint malar rash is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hydroxychloroquine is often used as first-line therapy for mild SLE.
Question 2 of 5
A -year-old boy is noted to have stereotypic body movements, poor verbal and nonverbal communication, and absent empathy. At daycare, he has not made any friends. The most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by stereotypic behaviors, impaired social interaction, and communication deficits. ADHD primarily involves attention and hyperactivity issues, while dysthymic syndrome refers to chronic low mood, and deaf-mutism would involve hearing and speech impairments.
Question 3 of 5
The following drugs are used in resuscitation Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Digitalis is used for chronic heart failure and specific arrhythmias, not for acute resuscitation efforts requiring rapid cardiac stimulation.
Question 4 of 5
The clinical manifestations of atopic dermatitis vary with age. In infants, atopic dermatitis usually spares
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atopic dermatitis in infants typically spares the diaper area due to the protective effects of moisture and reduced exposure to allergens.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following indicates severe laryngitis:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Diphasic stridor (occurring during both inspiration and expiration) suggests a more severe upper airway obstruction, commonly seen in severe laryngitis or subglottic stenosis.