ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Of the following, the MOST appropriate therapy for a child with a small solitary coronary artery aneurysm is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin for 6 months is sufficient for small aneurysms.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is a common feature of mixed connective tissue disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixed connective tissue disease is characterized by Raynaud's phenomenon, joint pain, and lung involvement, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following metabolic abnormalities may be associated with tumor lysis syndrome:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome leads to hyperkalemia due to the rapid breakdown of cancer cells, releasing intracellular potassium into the bloodstream.
Question 4 of 5
Which disease of the following can cause distributive shock?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Distributive shock is caused by vasodilation and fluid maldistribution, as seen in early septic shock, unlike cardiac or hypovolemic causes.
Question 5 of 5
A 5-year-old is noted by the parents to snore at night. The child has also had problems staying awake in preschool and has had behavioral problems. The father also snores. Physical examination of the child reveals large, pink, nonexudative tonsils. The most appropriate next step is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Polysomnography is essential for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea, especially given the child's symptoms of snoring, daytime sleepiness, and enlarged tonsils.