ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is characterized by re-experiencing a traumatic event that threatened live. It may occur both in children and adults. Of the following, the symptom that is MORE likely seen in children than in adults is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Flashbacks in children often manifest as daydreams rather than vivid memories, reflecting their developmental stage.
Question 2 of 5
Following diagnosis of initial attack of rheumatic fever (RF), RF is considered 'ACTIVE' if any of the following is present Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Subcutaneous nodules, while a major criterion for RF, are not a primary indicator of disease activity.
Question 3 of 5
Tachypnea in an 8-month-old infant is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tachypnea is defined as a respiratory rate above 50 breaths per minute in infants aged 2-12 months.
Question 4 of 5
Delayed/Late reaction to stinging venom may precipitate all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Late-phase reactions to venom include serum sickness, vasculitis, nephrotic syndrome, and hemolytic anemia, but encephalopathy is not a common delayed reaction to venom exposure.
Question 5 of 5
A search to determine the cause of jaundice should be made in all the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jaundice with a bilirubin level >12 mg/dL in a full-term infant is common and may not require investigation unless other risk factors are present. The other conditions warrant further investigation.