ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 9
One of the following drugs may cause pyloric stenosis if administered to a premature infant
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dexamethasone has been associated with an increased risk of pyloric stenosis in premature infants. The other drugs are not linked to this condition.
Question 2 of 9
Specific antivenoms (AV) are available for many venomous creatures of the world, particularly snakes, spiders, and scorpions. All the following about antivenoms are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: AV should be given systemically, not locally at the bite site.
Question 3 of 9
Characteristic physical signs of pneumothorax include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In pneumothorax, air accumulation causes lung collapse, shifting the mediastinum to the opposite side. Decreased breath sounds, hyperresonance on percussion, and absent fremitus are typical findings.
Question 4 of 9
The child in Question 24 has symptoms that worsen and are now persistent and of moderate severity... Which treatment option is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For moderate persistent asthma, daily inhaled corticosteroids combined with a long-acting β₂-agonist are recommended.
Question 5 of 9
Regarding a large patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), one of the following statements IS TRUE
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A PDA murmur is continuous and may resemble a venous hum in timing and duration, though PDA murmur is best heard at the left infraclavicular area and is louder in systole.
Question 6 of 9
What is the procedure Look-Listen-Feel used for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Look-Listen-Feel technique is used to assess breathing by observing chest movement, listening for breath sounds, and feeling for airflow.
Question 7 of 9
The child in Question 24 has symptoms that worsen and are now persistent and of moderate severity... Which treatment option is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For moderate persistent asthma, daily inhaled corticosteroids combined with a long-acting β₂-agonist are recommended.
Question 8 of 9
The risk of developing infective endocarditis is the least in a patient with
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A large atrial septal defect has low turbulence and pressure gradients, making it less likely to develop infective endocarditis compared to high-pressure lesions such as VSDs or valvular regurgitations.
Question 9 of 9
Hemophilia A is characterized by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemophilia A is due to Factor VIII deficiency, leading to prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (APPT), while PT and bleeding time remain normal.