ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is a consequence of deforestation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Deforestation leads to the loss of biodiversity as it destroys natural habitats for countless species, disrupting ecosystems.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is true regarding Wilson's disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wilson's disease is an autosomal recessive disorder with defective copper excretion, leading to low ceruloplasmin and copper accumulation.
Question 3 of 5
The parents of a 9-month-old infant tell the nurse that they have noticed foods such as peas and corn are not completely digested and can be seen in their infant's stools. The nurse's explanation of this is based on which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the incomplete digestion of solid foods in the stools of a 9-month-old infant is normal due to the immaturity of the digestive tract at this age. It is a common occurrence in infants and does not necessarily indicate a problem.
Question 4 of 5
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is characterized by 6 or more months of persistent, out of proportion worry and anxiety. Of the following, children have less prominent anxiety symptoms in
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Autonomic arousal, such as sweating or heart palpitations, is less noticeable in children during celebration activities compared to other situations.
Question 5 of 5
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may be inherited. Other factors such as infection may account for small percentage of childhood-onset OCD. Which of the following infections may account for childhood-onset OCD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections are linked to pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders (PANDAS), which can trigger OCD.