ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most commonly affected part of the GIT by tuberculosis is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intestinal tuberculosis commonly affects the ileocecal region due to its high lymphoid tissue concentration and slow transit time.
Question 2 of 5
In the first 2 months of life, a febrile, previously full-term infant is more likely than an older febrile child is to have
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Group B streptococci are a common cause of sepsis in neonates due to maternal transmission during birth.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a major risk factor for intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in preterm infants?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IVH is most common in preterm infants due to fragile germinal matrix vessels that rupture with fluctuating cerebral blood flow. The risk is highest in neonates born before 32 weeks of gestation.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of systemic sclerosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raynaud's phenomenon, characterized by vasospasm in response to cold or stress, is a common feature of systemic sclerosis.
Question 5 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.