ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following congenital heart disease is associated with heart failure in newborn:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe coarctation of the aorta leads to heart failure in newborns due to obstructed systemic blood flow and increased left ventricular workload.
Question 2 of 5
Retinal hemorrhages are an important marker of abusive head trauma (AHT). Whenever AHT is being considered, a dilated indirect eye examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist should be performed. All the following are characteristic of retinal hemorrhage caused by AHT EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Various sizes are characteristic of AHT-related retinal hemorrhages. Central involvement and multiple layers are also typical, whereas traumatic retinoschisis is not commonly seen in AHT.
Question 3 of 5
Hyperkalemia with a normal total body potassium can be caused by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In major trauma, cell lysis releases intracellular potassium into the blood, leading to hyperkalemia without an actual increase in total body potassium.
Question 4 of 5
Drugs that can be taken via endotracheal tube?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lidocaine, naloxone, atropine, and epinephrine (L-N-A-E) can be administered via endotracheal tube in emergency situations.
Question 5 of 5
The most appropriate treatment for newly diagnosed bronchial asthma with occasional symptoms:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low-dose inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are the preferred long-term control medication for mild persistent asthma. They reduce airway inflammation and prevent symptoms, whereas short-acting beta-agonists (SABA) are used for quick relief.