ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the percentage of HBsAg-positive infants who will develop chronic hepatitis or chronic carrier state
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Approximately 90% of infants infected with hepatitis B at birth become chronic carriers due to an immature immune response, leading to prolonged viral persistence.
Question 2 of 5
Of the following, the condition which is associated with polyhydramnios is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intestinal pseudo-obstruction can lead to polyhydramnios due to impaired fetal swallowing and gastrointestinal motility. The other conditions are not typically associated with excess amniotic fluid.
Question 3 of 5
Older children with chronic atopic dermatitis have lichenification and a tendency to be localized to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lichenification due to chronic scratching commonly appears in the flexural areas.
Question 4 of 5
Dilutional hyponatremia is present in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilutional hyponatremia occurs when there is excessive water retention relative to sodium. Conditions like heart failure cause fluid overload, leading to a dilution of serum sodium.
Question 5 of 5
Noncompliance may be due to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed options contribute to noncompliance. Misunderstanding, language barriers, unanswered questions, contrary advice, or reservations about the diagnosis can lead patients or caregivers to resist adherence.