ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Review Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following actions may help reduce the likelihood of asthma development EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: While breastfeeding provides numerous health benefits, evidence does not strongly support prolonged breastfeeding beyond 4 months as a preventive factor for asthma development.
Question 2 of 5
Which of these antituberculosis agents can cause optic neuritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ethambutol is known to cause dose-dependent optic neuritis, presenting as decreased visual acuity and red-green color blindness.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following is false about CNS leukemia:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All statements are true; CNS leukemia has a poor prognosis, causes increased ICP, is prone to relapse, and can lead to cranial nerve palsies.
Question 4 of 5
A 6 -g, breast-fed white female, weeks' gestational age, is noted to have persistent hyperbilirubinemia at weeks of age On physical examination, the infant has not gained weight since birth and has decreased tone, an umbilical hernia, and an anterior fontanel measuring X 6 cm The most likely diagnosis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothyroidism can present with prolonged jaundice, poor weight gain, decreased tone, and enlarged fontanelles
Question 5 of 5
The most common cause of perinatal mortality in preterm infants is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is the most common cause of perinatal mortality in preterm infants, caused by insufficient surfactant production leading to lung collapse and difficulty breathing.