ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
One of the following drugs is not used during resuscitation:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digitalis is primarily used for heart failure and atrial fibrillation, not typically in resuscitation. Epinephrine and atropine are more relevant in emergency situations.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn presents with excessive oral secretions and choking during the first feeding. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula presents with excessive oral secretions, choking, and difficulty feeding due to a disconnected or abnormal esophagus. Diagnosis is confirmed with a nasogastric tube X-ray.
Question 3 of 5
Generalized edema of the newborn may occur in the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hurler syndrome is a metabolic disorder and does not typically cause generalized edema in newborns. The other conditions listed are associated with fluid accumulation and edema.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-year-old boy with hereditary spherocytosis developed transient aplastic crisis following a recent viral infection. The most probable incriminated viral infection is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parvovirus B19 infects erythroid progenitor cells, temporarily halting erythropoiesis. In hereditary spherocytosis, this leads to severe anemia, as the lifespan of spherocytes is already reduced.
Question 5 of 5
The best diagnostic test for anaphylaxis in a child exposed to an allergen 3 hours before arrival to hospital is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Plasma tryptase levels peak within 3 hours and are the most reliable diagnostic test for anaphylaxis.