ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
The parents of a 3-month-old infant report that their infant sleeps supine (face up) but is often prone (face down) while awake. The nurse's response should be based on knowledge that this is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These parents are implementing the guidelines to reduce the risk of SIDS. Infants should sleep on their backs and then be placed on their abdomens when awake to enhance development of milestones such as head control.
Question 2 of 5
Primary malignancies with the highest cumulative incidence of a second neoplasm are
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hodgkin disease survivors have the highest cumulative incidence of second malignancies due to chemotherapy and radiation exposure.
Question 3 of 5
The following are predisposing factors for persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Anemia is not a predisposing factor for PPHN. The other conditions are known risk factors for PPHN.
Question 4 of 5
Administration of antenatal corticosteroids to women between 24 and 34 wk of gestation significantly reduces the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antenatal corticosteroids improve outcomes related to RDS and neonatal mortality but do not significantly impact postnatal growth. The other options are benefits of corticosteroid administration.
Question 5 of 5
Topical anti-inflammatory agents, including corticosteroids and immunomodulators, are the cornerstone of therapy for atopic dermatitis. All the following statements are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reduced efficacy is usually due to tachyphylaxis (diminished response), not true glucocorticoid resistance.