ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is not a common cause of hypersensitivity pneumonitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dust mites are not a common cause of hypersensitivity pneumonitis, unlike moldy hay, bird droppings, humidifiers, and air conditioners.
Question 2 of 5
For a 2-year-old girl with thumb sucking behavior, what is the best response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ignoring the behavior allows the child to outgrow it naturally without drawing unnecessary attention. Reassurance and encouragement are also helpful but ignoring avoids reinforcing the habit.
Question 3 of 5
Regarding TOF, one of the following statements is true?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Squatting helps increase systemic vascular resistance, reducing the right-to-left shunt and improving oxygenation in Tetralogy of Fallot.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate next action for a 24-month-old child diagnosed with ASD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking lead levels is important given the association between lead exposure and developmental delays. While physical exams and hearing tests are useful, lead screening addresses potential environmental contributors.
Question 5 of 5
The death of the infant described in Question 5 could have been prevented by which one of the following measures?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering vitamin K at birth prevents hemorrhagic disease of the newborn