ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
True umbilical cord knots are seen in approximately 1% of births and are associated with the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: True umbilical cord knots are more likely to occur with long cords and are not associated with short cords. The other conditions can increase the risk of cord knots.
Question 2 of 5
Prophylactic and rescue administrations of synthetic and natural surfactants have the following advantages EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surfactant therapy reduces the risk of pneumothorax and mortality but does not significantly reduce BPD rates. The other options are benefits of surfactant therapy.
Question 3 of 5
A poor prognostic sign of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early respiratory distress within 6 hours of life is a poor prognostic sign in CDH, indicating severe pulmonary hypoplasia. The other signs are less specific to prognosis.
Question 4 of 5
In pediatric basic life support, how is airway opening achieved in a 5-year-old child with a car accident?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Jaw thrust is preferred in trauma cases to avoid exacerbating cervical spine injuries.
Question 5 of 5
Regarding cephalohematoma, all the following are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cephalohematoma does not extend across suture lines due to the periosteal attachment. The other statements are true regarding cephalohematoma.