ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most common congenital cyanotic heart disease in newborn is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: D-Transposition of the great arteries is the most common congenital cyanotic heart defect in neonates. It presents with severe cyanosis and requires early intervention to establish adequate mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
Question 2 of 5
The following inotropic drugs can be used in acute shock Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor used for chronic heart failure rather than acute shock management.
Question 3 of 5
What is the role of hydroxychloroquine in the treatment of rheumatic diseases?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydroxychloroquine is used to suppress immune response, reduce inflammation, and improve skin lesions in conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following causes hyperkalemia with K+ excess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome releases large amounts of potassium due to rapid cell breakdown, leading to hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
In the emergency department, the patient may be discharged to home if there is symptomatic improvement, normal physical findings, PEF >70% of predicted or personal best, and oxygen saturation >92% in room air for 4 hr. Of the following, the MOST likely discharge medication used is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inhaled beta-agonists for symptom relief and a short course of oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation are standard discharge medications for asthma exacerbations.