ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 9
Which is not a common cause of drug-induced anaphylaxis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aspirin is less commonly associated with drug-induced anaphylaxis compared to penicillin, NSAIDs, radiocontrast media, and vaccines.
Question 2 of 9
Which of the following is a sign of severe dehydration in an infant?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sunken fontanel is a classic sign of severe dehydration in infants, indicating significant fluid loss and the need for immediate hydration.
Question 3 of 9
Fixed drug eruption can be caused by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: NSAIDs are common causes of fixed drug eruptions, which present as recurring skin lesions at the same site.
Question 4 of 9
The MOST vital initial treatment in the management of severe asthma exacerbations is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Inhaled short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) are the first-line treatment for acute asthma exacerbations, providing rapid bronchodilation.
Question 5 of 9
The following medications are truly matched to their major pharmacological groups EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluoxetine belongs to the class of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), not tricyclic antidepressants.
Question 6 of 9
A poor prognostic sign of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early respiratory distress within 6 hours of life is a poor prognostic sign in CDH, indicating severe pulmonary hypoplasia. The other signs are less specific to prognosis.
Question 7 of 9
What is the most important serious side effect that parents should be warned about before commencing atomoxetine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atomoxetine has been associated with an increased risk of suicidal ideation, particularly in children and adolescents.
Question 8 of 9
What is the procedure Look-Listen-Feel used for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Look-Listen-Feel method is used to assess if a patient is breathing by observing chest movement, listening for breath sounds, and feeling for airflow.
Question 9 of 9
Jaundice is most likely to be physiologic in a term infant in which of the following situations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physiologic jaundice typically appears between and 7 hours after birth and increases by less than 5 mg/dL per day in the first few days