ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Unpredictable drug reactions include
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allergic reactions are unpredictable and not dose-dependent, unlike drug toxicity and interactions.
Question 2 of 5
Foreign body partially obstructing the left main bronchus is likely to cause which of the following abnormalities:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A foreign body in the left main bronchus leads to air trapping on the left side, causing hyperinflation and shifting the mediastinum to the right on expiration. This results from a ball-valve effect, where air enters but cannot exit fully.
Question 3 of 5
Diabetic mothers have a high incidence of all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Diabetic mothers are more prone to polyhydramnios (excess amniotic fluid) rather than oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid). Preeclampsia, pyelonephritis, and preterm labor are commonly associated with diabetes in pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
One of the following is the most appropriate combination of the 'famous triad' in acute leukemia:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acute leukemia commonly presents with fever (due to infections), pallor (from anemia), and purpura (from thrombocytopenia). Bone pain and lymphadenopathy are also common but not as defining as this triad.
Question 5 of 5
Topical ophthalmic medications usually cause
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repeated exposure to ophthalmic medications can lead to contact allergy, characterized by redness, swelling, and itching.