ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is an advantage of skin testing compared with RAST to determine specific IgE?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Skin testing is generally less expensive than RAST, making it a more cost-effective option.
Question 2 of 5
In the first 2 months of life, a febrile, previously full-term infant is more likely than an older febrile child is to have
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Group B streptococci are a common cause of sepsis in neonates due to maternal transmission during birth.
Question 3 of 5
What is one major cause of urbanization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urbanization is primarily driven by industrial growth, which attracts people to cities in search of better employment opportunities.
Question 4 of 5
In the emergency department, the patient may be discharged to home if there is symptomatic improvement, normal physical findings, PEF >70% of predicted or personal best, and oxygen saturation >92% in room air for 4 hr. Of the following, the MOST likely discharge medication used is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inhaled beta-agonists for symptom relief and a short course of oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation are standard discharge medications for asthma exacerbations.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of systemic sclerosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raynaud's phenomenon, characterized by vasospasm in response to cold or stress, is a common feature of systemic sclerosis.