ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most common heart defect in neonates is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ventricular septal defect (VSD) is the most common congenital heart defect in neonates. VSDs involve a hole in the wall separating the heart’s ventricles and may lead to heart failure if untreated.
Question 2 of 5
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency. The MAINSTAY of therapy is early administration of
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intramuscular epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a common feature of giant cell arteritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Giant cell arteritis can cause headache, jaw claudication, and vision loss due to temporal artery inflammation, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 4 of 5
A 1-year-old child (10 kg) presents with urticaria and wheeze after eating peanut butter. What is the correct management?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For anaphylaxis, intramuscular (IM) adrenaline at 0.01 mg/kg (1:1000) is the recommended treatment, equating to 0.1 mL for a 10 kg child.
Question 5 of 5
A 3-day-old full-term baby delivered to a mother with gestational diabetes by C-section developed respiratory distress. The BEST mode for mechanical ventilation is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pressure-regulated volume control (PRVC) is ideal for neonates with respiratory distress as it adjusts for pressure and volume, providing optimal support while minimizing lung injury.