ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Soft areas in the occipital region suggest the irregular calcification and wormian bone formation usually associated with the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Craniosynostosis involves premature fusion of cranial sutures and does not typically present with soft areas or wormian bones. The other conditions are associated with irregular calcification and wormian bone formation.
Question 2 of 5
The hallmark of atopic dermatitis is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intense pruritus is the hallmark of atopic dermatitis, often leading to scratching, lichenification, and secondary skin infections.
Question 3 of 5
The best method of oxygen delivery suitable for an arrested child is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An Ambu bag provides manual positive pressure ventilation, making it the preferred method for oxygen delivery in a child with respiratory arrest.
Question 4 of 5
A 14-year-old girl with type 1 diabetes has hyperglycemia (20.2 mmol/L) and ketones (1.2 mmol/L) despite insulin pump therapy. What is the best advice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If hyperglycemia and ketones are present, insulin pump failure should be suspected. A correction dose via syringe or pen is recommended.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following is a common neonatal respiratory problem associated with premature infants
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apnea is a common respiratory problem in premature infants due to immaturity of the respiratory control centers in the brain. The other conditions are also seen but are less specific to prematurity.