ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
The commonest affected part of GIT by tuberculosis is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intestinal TB commonly affects the terminal ileum due to its high lymphoid tissue concentration and frequent Peyer's patches involvement.
Question 2 of 5
The patient in Question was also treated with the endotracheal instillation of exogenous surfactant This is likely to be beneficial by (may choose more than one)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Surfactant improves lung compliance and reduces alveolar collapse, lowering the risk of pneumothorax.
Question 3 of 5
The incorrect statement regarding corticosteroids in allergy is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The mechanism of action of corticosteroids is well understood; they suppress inflammation by inhibiting cytokine production and reducing immune cell activity. They also downregulate prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
Question 4 of 5
Vitamin A supplementation given largely to infants < 1,000 g resulted in all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin A supplementation reduces BPD and sepsis but does not significantly impact the need for ECMO. The other options are benefits of vitamin A supplementation.
Question 5 of 5
What is the inheritance pattern of complete androgen insensitivity syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Complete androgen insensitivity syndrome follows an X-linked recessive pattern, as it results from mutations in the androgen receptor gene on the X chromosome.