ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Rheumatoid factor (RF)-positive polyarthritis usually accounts for <10% of all juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) cases. The articular manifestation pattern is characterized by involvement of 25 joints in both upper and lower extremities. Of the following, the LEAST effective drug to induce remission for this subtype of JIA is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: NSAIDs provide symptomatic relief but are not effective in inducing remission in severe polyarticular JIA.
Question 2 of 5
All the following are therapeutic options for cardiac complications due to neonatal lupus EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Methotrexate is not used in treating cardiac complications of neonatal lupus.
Question 3 of 5
What is one major cause of urbanization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urbanization is primarily driven by industrial growth, which attracts people to cities in search of better employment opportunities.
Question 4 of 5
The parents of a 3-month-old infant report that their infant sleeps supine (face up) but is often prone (face down) while awake. The nurse's response should be based on knowledge that this is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These parents are implementing the guidelines to reduce the risk of SIDS. Infants should sleep on their backs and then be placed on their abdomens when awake to enhance development of milestones such as head control.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements about Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is true?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gilles de la Tourette syndrome is defined by multiple motor and vocal tics, often including coprolalia (involuntary utterance of obscene words). Encopresis is unrelated, and while medications like haloperidol may help, the condition is relatively rare.