ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Regarding foreign body aspiration, one of the following statements is false:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Not all children present with the classic triad of cough, wheezing, and decreased breath sounds. Some cases may be asymptomatic or present atypically, necessitating bronchoscopy for confirmation.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following peripheral manifestations is a painful lesion in infective endocarditis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Osler's nodes are painful, tender nodules found on fingers and toes, caused by immune complex deposition in infective endocarditis.
Question 3 of 5
A chest radiograph should be performed with the first episode of asthma. Repeat chest radiographs are not needed unless there is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high-grade fever in an asthma patient may suggest pneumonia or another underlying infection, warranting further investigation.
Question 4 of 5
Type I Hypersensitivity reactions are triggered by antigen binding to IgE receptors on mast cells or basophils. A recognized example of type I reaction is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allergic asthma is a classic example of type I hypersensitivity, which involves IgE-mediated mast cell degranulation.
Question 5 of 5
Regarding breast milk jaundice, the following are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Kernicterus can occur in severe cases of breast milk jaundice, although it is rare. The other statements are true regarding breast milk jaundice.