ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The serum total bilirubin of the patient in Question is mg/dL with a direct of mg/dL The hematocrit is %, the reticulocyte count is 5, and the smear reveals poikilocytosis and anisocytosis The Coombs test result is negative The next step in the management of the child's condition is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Phototherapy is effective for unconjugated hyperbilirubinemia, which is present here
Question 2 of 5
Once the offending agent causing serum sickness is discontinued, the symptoms resolve spontaneously within
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Serum sickness typically resolves within 1-4 weeks after stopping the offending agent.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a first-line treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydroxychloroquine is often used as a first-line treatment to control mild to moderate lupus symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
Mushrooms are an ideal food because they are
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mushrooms are low in calories and fat, making them a healthy food choice.
Question 5 of 5
The dose of adrenaline IV for cardiac arrest is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The recommended IV dose of epinephrine for pediatric cardiac arrest is 10 mcg/kg (0.01 mg/kg). Higher doses do not improve outcomes and may increase side effects.