ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Regarding foreign body aspiration, one of the following statements is not true:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A history of aspiration is helpful but not essential for diagnosis. Many cases present without a clear history, and clinical and radiologic evaluation (e.g., bronchoscopy) are required for confirmation.
Question 2 of 5
A 6 -g, breast-fed white female, weeks' gestational age, is noted to have persistent hyperbilirubinemia at weeks of age On physical examination, the infant has not gained weight since birth and has decreased tone, an umbilical hernia, and an anterior fontanel measuring X 6 cm The most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothyroidism can present with prolonged jaundice, poor weight gain, decreased tone, and enlarged fontanelles
Question 3 of 5
The following actions may help reduce the likelihood of asthma development EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: While breastfeeding provides numerous health benefits, evidence does not strongly support prolonged breastfeeding beyond 4 months as a preventive factor for asthma development.
Question 4 of 5
In drowning, what is the most urgent immediate line of management at the scene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediate resuscitation with mouth-to-mouth breathing is critical to restoring oxygenation in drowning victims before considering other measures.
Question 5 of 5
A 2-year-old child with failure to thrive, recurrent wheezing, and pulmonary infections. Of the following, the LEAST common cause of his illness is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asthma is less likely to cause failure to thrive compared to aspiration, food allergy, cystic fibrosis, or immunodeficiency, which directly affect nutrition and respiratory function.