ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Pleural friction rub is characterized by all the following EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pleural friction rub is typically heard throughout both inspiration and expiration. It is caused by inflamed pleural surfaces rubbing together and may disappear when fluid accumulates.
Question 2 of 5
Regarding bronchial asthma, all of the following are true except:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wheezing is common but not always present in asthma, especially in silent chest or mild cases. Key features include episodic airflow obstruction, reversibility, and control with inhaled corticosteroids.
Question 3 of 5
Diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) depends partly but importantly on assessment of language. All the following may raise your concern regarding language development and may indicate ASD EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent single words by 16 months is not a standard criterion for concern compared to the other milestones listed.
Question 4 of 5
Arsine gas is colorless, odorless, nonirritating, and highly toxic. Inhalation causes no immediate symptoms. After a latent period of 2-24 hr, exposed individuals experience
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Arsine gas causes massive hemolysis due to red blood cell destruction, leading to anemia and hemoglobinuria.
Question 5 of 5
In pediatric basic life support, how is airway opening achieved in a 5-year-old child with a car accident?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jaw thrust is preferred in trauma cases to avoid exacerbating cervical spine injuries.