ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most effective strategy to reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed to 30 degrees helps reduce the risk of aspiration and VAP by minimizing reflux, which is a common cause of infection in ventilated patients.
Question 2 of 5
Physiological responses to serious illness include an increase in the following Except:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serious illnesses often cause compensatory responses like tachycardia and increased respiratory rate, but blood pressure may not necessarily rise, especially in shock.
Question 3 of 5
Family history is the strongest single factor for developing major depressive disorder (MDD) and comorbid disorders are frequently encountered. Of the following, the MOST likely disorder that is associated with MDD is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anxiety disorders are commonly comorbid with MDD, sharing overlapping symptoms and risk factors.
Question 4 of 5
In ITP, platelet transfusion is indicated if platelet count is less than:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), transfusion is typically reserved for life-threatening bleeding or a platelet count below 10,000/mm³ to prevent spontaneous hemorrhage.
Question 5 of 5
Among histological subtypes of classic Hodgkin disease, the most common one in children is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mixed cellularity Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common subtype in children and is associated with Epstein-Barr virus. It presents with widespread lymphadenopathy and systemic symptoms. Nodular sclerosis is more common in adolescents and young adults.