ATI RN
Pediatric Nurse Exam Sample Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which is true of cromolyn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cromolyn prevents mast cell degranulation, has no bronchodilator effects, and has a low incidence of adverse effects.
Question 2 of 5
Physiological responses to serious illness include an increase in the following Except:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Serious illnesses often cause compensatory responses like tachycardia and increased respiratory rate, but blood pressure may not necessarily rise, especially in shock.
Question 3 of 5
Ahmed is a 7-year-old boy with recent history of migratory polyarthritis, newly heard apical pansystolic murmur, arthralgia, positive acute phase reactants, and ASOT of 500 units. Regarding diagnosis of rheumatic fever the boy is considered to have
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: According to Jones criteria, the presence of two major or one major and two minor criteria supports a diagnosis of rheumatic fever. The patient has polyarthritis and carditis (major) along with arthralgia and elevated inflammatory markers (minor).
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following can be a cause of obstructive shock in children?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe aortic stenosis impairs cardiac output, leading to reduced perfusion and obstructive shock, unlike conditions like myocarditis or dehydration.
Question 5 of 5
Major depression is characterized by
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Major depression includes core symptoms like weight changes, sleep disturbances, and dysphoric mood. All listed options are possible features of the disorder.