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ATI Practice Questions Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following growth indicator may appear relatively normal in patients with chronic severe malnutrition:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Length may stay normal in chronic malnutrition as stunting lags, unlike weight-for-height or weight , which drop acutely (WHO). D, E decline later.
Question 2 of 5
Most common cause of anaphylaxis noted in emergency department is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Food allergies , like peanuts, are the leading cause of anaphylaxis in ED visits, per AAAAI. A, D-E are less frequent.
Question 3 of 5
The following statement is not true about Williams syndrome:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Choice B is true (7q11.23 deletion), so not the answer; all others are accurate (NIH). Assuming intent, no false statement stands out; B is least likely false.
Question 4 of 5
The following statement is not true about lung function abnormalities in asthma:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Choice A is false; asthma typically shows >20% peak flow variation (ATS). B-E are true asthma features.
Question 5 of 5
A child with a history of cystic fibrosis is diagnosed to have pneumonia. The sputum culture reveals Burkholderia cepacia. The next step in management is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IV antibiotics are required for Burkholderia cepacia pneumonia in cystic fibrosis, per CFF, due to resistance. A, B, D, E are inadequate.