ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The least potent topical steroid used in treatment of atopic dermatitis is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydrocortisone is a low-potency steroid often used for mild cases.
Question 2 of 5
The mother of an 8-year-old boy with acute streptococcal tonsillitis calls to report that within 15 minutes after the first dose of penicillin V... You should recommend
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate return to the office or ER is necessary due to the risk of anaphylaxis from penicillin allergy.
Question 3 of 5
Which of these antituberculosis agents can cause optic neuritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ethambutol inhibits arabinosyl transferase and can cause dose-dependent optic neuritis with red-green color blindness.
Question 4 of 5
Fixed drug eruption can be caused by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NSAIDs are common causes of fixed drug eruptions, which present as recurring skin lesions at the same site.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a likely cause of metabolic acidosis with a large anion gap?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An increased anion gap metabolic acidosis is caused by acid accumulation, such as in salicylate toxicity, where excess acids like lactate and ketones contribute to the gap.