ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is an anion gap?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The anion gap is calculated as (Na⺠- [Clâ» + HCO₃â»]) and represents unmeasured anions in plasma. It helps differentiate metabolic acidosis causes, with high values suggesting lactic acidosis or toxin ingestion.
Question 2 of 5
One of the following definitions is FALSE
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Postaxial polydactyly involves extra digits on the lateral side of the hand or foot, not the medial side. The other definitions are accurate.
Question 3 of 5
Major depression in children may be characterized by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Major depression in children can have a genetic basis, may start before adolescence, and carries risks for future depressive episodes. Hallucinations are uncommon but possible.
Question 4 of 5
Witnessing violence, community violence, and media violence all are detrimental to children as it increases the impact of violence. All the following adverse effects can be increased by increasing the impact of violence EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cyberbullying is a separate issue not directly caused by witnessing violence. Other options are well-documented consequences of exposure to violence.
Question 5 of 5
Total body sodium depletion is a feature of which of the following:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dilute artificial formula can lead to hyponatremia and total body sodium depletion, whereas SIADH causes water retention rather than true sodium loss.