ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
The risk of developing infective endocarditis is the least in a patient with
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A large atrial septal defect has low turbulence and pressure gradients, making it less likely to develop infective endocarditis compared to high-pressure lesions such as VSDs or valvular regurgitations.
Question 2 of 5
The cut off number of transfused blood units to start an iron chelating agent in chronic hemolytic anemia patients is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chronic hemolytic anemia patients typically require iron chelation after 8-10 transfusions to prevent iron overload and organ damage.
Question 3 of 5
During basic life support of a 10-year-old child, which of the following statements is correct:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bag-mask ventilation (Ambu bag) can be used with or without oxygen to support respiration in BLS.
Question 4 of 5
The following are true regarding apnea EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apnea in term infants is not always worrisome and can be benign. The other statements are true regarding apnea in preterm infants.
Question 5 of 5
The eye is a common target of allergic disorders because of its marked vascularity and direct contact with allergens in the environment. Of the following, the MOST immunologically active tissue of the external eye is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The conjunctiva has the highest immune activity in the external eye due to its rich supply of immune cells, including mast cells and lymphocytes, which mediate allergic responses.