ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is NOT a diagnostic criterion for major depressive episode?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypomanic episodes are associated with bipolar disorder, not major depressive episodes. Depressed mood, loss of interest, and significant weight loss are core criteria for major depression.
Question 2 of 5
One of the following metabolic abnormalities may be associated with tumor lysis syndrome:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome results from rapid tumor cell breakdown, leading to hyperkalemia due to massive potassium release from lysed cells.
Question 3 of 5
Surgical repair of umbilical hernia is advised in the following conditions EXCEPT
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Umbilical hernias appearing before 6 months of age often resolve spontaneously and do not require surgical intervention unless complications arise.
Question 4 of 5
A 6-year-old male patient presented with microcephaly, microphthalmia, absent thumb, ectopic kidney, and recurrent epistaxis. The most informative diagnostic test explaining the underlying etiology is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chromosomal breakage test helps diagnose Fanconi anemia, a genetic disorder characterized by congenital anomalies, bone marrow failure, and increased chromosomal fragility.
Question 5 of 5
Jaundice, consisting of either indirect or direct bilirubin that is present at birth or appears within the 1st 24 hr of life may be due to all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Congenital infections typically cause jaundice after the first 24 hours of life. The other conditions can cause early-onset jaundice.