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ATI Practice Questions Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 9
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 2 of 9
The priority for a child with a burn is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluid replacement B prevents shock, per document p53, .
Question 3 of 9
Which type of soft tissue massage is used to improve muscle and bone function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rolfing (C) involves fascia manipulation to improve muscle and bone function by enhancing alignment and movement. Coin-rubbing (A) aligns the body via skin manipulation, neuromuscular massage (B) relieves muscle tension, and perineal massage (D) reduces delivery trauma. Per the document, 'Fascia pressure, stretching, and manipulation, known as Rolfing, are thought to improve muscle and bone function.'
Question 4 of 9
A 6-month-old infant presents with stridor and respiratory distress. Laryngoscopy shows a subglottic mass. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hemangioma can present as a subglottic mass, per AAP. A, B, D, E differ.
Question 5 of 9
Which form of CAM therapy can easily be mistaken for child abuse because of the lingering marks on the skin after treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Coin rubbing (C), or 'Cao-gio,' leaves skin marks that mimic abuse. Reflexology (A), Ayurveda (B), and acupressure (D) don’t typically mark skin. Document: 'Coin rubbing… can easily be mistaken for child abuse because of the lingering marks.'
Question 6 of 9
A 2-year-old boy presents with fever and a bulging tympanic membrane. The best treatment is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amoxicillin treats AOM, per AAP. A, C-E are less optimal.
Question 7 of 9
A 5-year-old girl presents with recurrent UTIs. Voiding cystourethrogram shows grade III reflux. The next step is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotic prophylaxis manages grade III VUR, per AAP. A, C-E depend on response.
Question 8 of 9
A 15-year-old girl with a history of cystic fibrosis appears with polydipsia and polyuria for the past 2 months. Laboratory findings reveal blood glucose of 250 mg/dL. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes fits polydipsia, polyuria, and hyperglycemia in cystic fibrosis, per CFF. A, B, D, E are less likely.
Question 9 of 9
A 4-year-old girl presents with pallor and lethargy. Labs show hemoglobin of 8 g/dL and Howell-Jolly bodies. Most likely diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sickle cell disease shows Howell-Jolly bodies from splenic dysfunction, per ASH. A, C-E differ.