ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
One of the well-known medications that can cause dilated cardiomyopathy
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Doxorubicin is a chemotherapeutic agent known for its dose-dependent cardiotoxicity, leading to dilated cardiomyopathy due to mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress in cardiac myocytes.
Question 2 of 5
In utero radiation exposure is associated with an excess risk of dying from leukemia before age 10 yr. Of the following, the MOST acceptable risk percent is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Studies show that in utero radiation exposure increases leukemia risk, with an estimated excess risk of 75%. Higher percentages are unrealistic, while lower ones underestimate the risk.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following causes of anemia is associated with macrocytosis:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Folic acid deficiency leads to megaloblastic anemia with macrocytosis, unlike conditions such as sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia, which cause microcytosis.
Question 4 of 5
Abnormally short cords are associated with the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Short cords are typically associated with wrapping around fetal parts, uterine constraint, and oligohydramnios. Fetal hypotonia is not directly linked to cord length but rather neurological or muscular conditions.
Question 5 of 5
All the following are recognized stereotypic movements EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Self-biting is not typically classified as a stereotypic movement but rather as a self-injurious behavior.