ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is the primary treatment for patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in a preterm infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Indomethacin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to help close a patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants by inhibiting prostaglandins, which are involved in maintaining the ductus open.
Question 2 of 5
Juvenile systemic sclerosis (JSS) has multisystem involvement and exacerbation. The common manifestation of the early course of JSS is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema is an early finding in systemic sclerosis.
Question 3 of 5
The following signs are more in favor of circulatory failure Except:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Marked tachypnea with recessions suggests respiratory distress rather than circulatory failure, which is characterized by weak pulses and organ hypoperfusion.
Question 4 of 5
In vivo skin testing for allergen-specific IgE involves a wheal and flare reaction measured after
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Skin prick testing results are typically read within 15 to 20 minutes, allowing for immediate diagnosis of allergic sensitivities.
Question 5 of 5
One of the following is a common neonatal respiratory problem associated with premature infants
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Apnea is a common respiratory problem in premature infants due to immaturity of the respiratory control centers in the brain. The other conditions are also seen but are less specific to prematurity.