ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The diurnal variation in Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) that is consistent with asthma is more than
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diurnal PEF variability of more than 20% is characteristic of poorly controlled asthma, indicating increased airway reactivity.
Question 2 of 5
Jaundice appearing on day of life suggests all of the above EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fetal-to-maternal transfusion would not cause jaundice in the newborn
Question 3 of 5
In drowning, what is the most urgent immediate line of management at the scene?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediate resuscitation with mouth-to-mouth breathing is critical to restoring oxygenation in drowning victims before considering other measures.
Question 4 of 5
Delayed/Late reaction to stinging venom may precipitate all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Late-phase reactions to venom include serum sickness, vasculitis, nephrotic syndrome, and hemolytic anemia, but encephalopathy is not a common delayed reaction to venom exposure.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements is true concerning susceptibility to pertussis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The acellular pertussis vaccine is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics beginning at age 6 weeks. Infants are at greater risk for complications of pertussis.