ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Shock associated with increased central venous pressure includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cardiogenic shock leads to elevated central venous pressure due to poor cardiac output and venous congestion, unlike hypovolemic or distributive shock.
Question 2 of 5
Encopresis means:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encopresis is the repeated, involuntary passage of stool in inappropriate places, often due to chronic constipation or psychological issues in children.
Question 3 of 5
A 5-year-old patient with near drowning in icy water presents with fixed dilated pupils and deep coma. He is apneic and pulseless with a temperature of 25°C. The most appropriate approach to his care is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immediate CPR and rewarming are critical in near-drowning cases, especially in hypothermic patients, as they may still be viable.
Question 4 of 5
Which disease of the following can cause distributive shock?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Distributive shock is caused by vasodilation and fluid maldistribution, as seen in early septic shock, unlike cardiac or hypovolemic causes.
Question 5 of 5
Which is not a common cause of hypersensitivity pneumonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dust mites are not a common cause of hypersensitivity pneumonitis, unlike moldy hay, bird droppings, humidifiers, and air conditioners.