ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following causes of anemia is associated with microcytosis:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: B-Thalassemia results in defective hemoglobin production, leading to microcytosis due to smaller-than-normal red blood cells.
Question 2 of 5
A 14-year-old girl with type 1 diabetes has hyperglycemia (20.2 mmol/L) and ketones (1.2 mmol/L) despite insulin pump therapy. What is the best advice?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: If hyperglycemia and ketones are present, insulin pump failure should be suspected. A correction dose via syringe or pen is recommended.
Question 3 of 5
Neonatal sepsis case fatality rate is highest for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Candida albicans has the highest case fatality rate among neonatal sepsis pathogens due to its invasive nature and difficulty in treatment.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a common feature of fibromyalgia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and sleep disturbance, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 5 of 5
The best method of oxygen delivery suitable for an arrested child is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An Ambu bag provides manual positive pressure ventilation, making it the preferred method for oxygen delivery in a child with respiratory arrest.