ATI RN
Certified Pediatric Nurse Exam Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The Denver II assesses the development of children from birth to 6 years of age, it includes the following domains EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Denver II does not specifically assess intelligence.
Question 2 of 5
A 7 year old boy came to OPD with history of difficulty in rising up from sitting position. Examination reveals hypertrophy of calf muscles with trendelenburg gait. The most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Duchenne muscular dystrophy typically presents in early childhood with difficulty rising from a seated position (Gower's sign), calf muscle hypertrophy, and Trendelenburg gait.
Question 3 of 5
A healthy 4-year-old child has a left flank mass. Computerized tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen shows a localized renal mass. Radical nephrectomy is performed; the histology shows clear cell sarcoma of the kidney. The MOST appropriate next step in the management is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Clear cell sarcoma of the kidney has a propensity to metastasize to bones, making a bone scan essential.
Question 4 of 5
The age at which the infant achieves early head control with bobbing motion when pulled to sit is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Early head control with bobbing motion typically occurs around 3 months.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following responses indicates sympathetic nervous system function?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response. Tachycardia (increased heart rate) and dilated pupils are classic responses of the sympathetic nervous system activation during times of stress or danger. These physiological responses prepare the body for action, such as running away from a threat.