ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 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 2 of 5
The most common congenital acyanotic heart disease is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is the most common congenital acyanotic heart defect, accounting for a significant proportion of congenital heart diseases.
Question 3 of 5
A 5-year-old patient with near drowning in icy water presents with fixed dilated pupils and deep coma. He is apneic and pulseless with a temperature of 25°C. The most appropriate approach to his care is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immediate CPR and rewarming are critical in near-drowning cases, especially in hypothermic patients, as they may still be viable.
Question 4 of 5
Once the offending agent causing serum sickness is discontinued, the symptoms resolve spontaneously within
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Serum sickness typically resolves within 1-4 weeks after stopping the offending agent.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a first-line treatment for juvenile idiopathic arthritis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: NSAIDs are often used as first-line therapy to reduce inflammation and pain in juvenile idiopathic arthritis.