ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The drug contraindicated in children with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Digitalis (digoxin) is contraindicated in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy as it can increase left ventricular outflow obstruction.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following behaviors indicates that an infant has developed object permanence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: During the first 6 months of life, infants believe that objects exist only as long as they can see them. When infants
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a common side effect of hydroxychloroquine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydroxychloroquine can cause retinopathy, nausea, and hair loss, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 4 of 5
A 75 -g black female experienced respiratory distress after a preterm delivery at 7 weeks' gestation Possible causes of the respiratory distress include (may choose more than one)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preterm infants have underdeveloped lungs, and mechanical ventilation or high oxygen pressure can lead to alveolar rupture, causing air to accumulate in the pleural space (pneumothorax), leading to respiratory distress.
Question 5 of 5
In ITP, platelet transfusion is indicated if platelet count is less than:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), transfusion is typically reserved for life-threatening bleeding or a platelet count below 10,000/mm³ to prevent spontaneous hemorrhage.