ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the most appropriate diagnosis for a 7-year-old boy with recurrent motor movements?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Persistent Tic Disorder involves motor or vocal tics that last for more than a year. Tourette's Disorder requires both motor and vocal tics, while Provisional Tic Disorder lasts less than a year. Sydenham Chorea is typically associated with rheumatic fever.
Question 2 of 5
The following is considered one of the B symptoms in Hodgkin disease:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: B symptoms include fever, night sweats, and weight loss, indicating systemic involvement in Hodgkin lymphoma.
Question 3 of 5
Regarding pubertal gynecomastia, which statement is TRUE?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Severe or persistent cases of gynecomastia might require surgical intervention if conservative measures fail.
Question 4 of 5
After institution of treatment of anaphylaxis, the patient should be monitored in the emergency room for at least
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Patients should be monitored for at least 4 hours due to the risk of biphasic anaphylaxis, which can recur after initial resolution.
Question 5 of 5
A 14-year-old girl with type 1 diabetes has hyperglycemia (20.2 mmol/L) and ketones (1.2 mmol/L) despite insulin pump therapy. What is the best advice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If hyperglycemia and ketones are present, insulin pump failure should be suspected. A correction dose via syringe or pen is recommended.