ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following factors pose a risk for poor academic performance of premature infants EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antenatal exposure to magnesium sulfate is not associated with poor academic performance; it is used to protect against cerebral palsy. The other factors are known to impact neurodevelopment.
Question 2 of 5
A 14-year-old boy develops a youth violence that has been started 6 months ago. The parents are asking about the factors that may increase the risks for serious violence. Of the following, the MOST important risk factor for development of serious youth violence in this boy is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Association with antisocial delinquent friends can significantly increase the risk of serious violence by reinforcing aggressive behaviors and norms.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following metabolic abnormalities may be associated with tumor lysis syndrome:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome leads to hyperkalemia due to the rapid breakdown of cancer cells, releasing intracellular potassium into the bloodstream.
Question 4 of 5
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by 6 or more months of persistent, out of proportion worry and anxiety. Of the following, children have less prominent anxiety symptoms in
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomic arousal, such as sweating or heart palpitations, is less noticeable in children during celebration activities compared to other situations.
Question 5 of 5
Foreign body partially obstructing the right main bronchus is likely to cause which radiological abnormality?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A right main bronchus obstruction can cause a tracheal shift to the right due to atelectasis.