ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Regarding disorders of acid-base balance, what is the compensatory mechanism that takes place to keep the pH normal when there is bicarbonate loss in urine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperventilation compensates for metabolic acidosis by reducing COâ‚‚, which helps balance pH when bicarbonate is lost.
Question 2 of 5
All the following are recognized in autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Truancy is not a recognized feature of ASD.
Question 3 of 5
The patient described in Question 6 is most likely suffering from
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Congenital pneumonia with sepsis is likely given the low WBC count, prematurity, and need for ventilation
Question 4 of 5
Retinal hemorrhages are an important marker of abusive head trauma (AHT). Whenever AHT is being considered, a dilated indirect eye examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist should be performed. All the following are characteristic of retinal hemorrhage caused by AHT EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Various sizes are characteristic of AHT-related retinal hemorrhages. Central involvement and multiple layers are also typical, whereas traumatic retinoschisis is not commonly seen in AHT.
Question 5 of 5
Pupillary responses and AVPU are alternatives to what test during a trauma code?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pupillary responses and AVPU (Alert, Voice, Pain, Unresponsive) are quick assessments used as alternatives to the Glasgow Coma Score in trauma situations.