ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is a common feature of reactive arthritis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reactive arthritis is characterized by conjunctivitis, urethritis, and arthritis, making 'All of the above' the correct answer.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old girl was brought to the ED with altered mental status. Kernig and Brudzinski signs were present. CSF shows: WBCs 1500/ul (80% neutrophils), Sugar 20 mg/dl, Protein 400 mg/dl, Positive Gram stain. You would interpret the CSF as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bacterial meningitis presents with high WBCs (neutrophils), low glucose, and high protein in CSF. Gram stain confirms bacterial presence.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements about basic life support measures is FALSE?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: For trauma patients, the jaw thrust (not chin lift) is the preferred airway maneuver to avoid cervical spine movement and further injury.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following causes hyperkalemia with K+ excess?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tumor lysis syndrome releases large amounts of potassium due to rapid cell breakdown, leading to hyperkalemia.
Question 5 of 5
Administration of antenatal corticosteroids to women between 24 and 34 wk of gestation significantly reduces the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antenatal corticosteroids improve outcomes related to RDS and neonatal mortality but do not significantly impact postnatal growth. The other options are benefits of corticosteroid administration.