ATI RN
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Exam Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding hypernatremic dehydration:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypernatremic dehydration occurs when water loss exceeds sodium loss, leading to increased serum osmolality (>295 mOsm/L) and sodium levels (>145 mEq/L). This can result from inadequate fluid intake, excessive sweating, or osmotic diuresis.
Question 2 of 5
Heimlich maneuver is used for which of the following purposes
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The Heimlich maneuver is performed to expel a foreign body from the airway in choking individuals. In unconscious patients, abdominal thrusts are avoided in favor of back blows and chest compressions.
Question 3 of 5
The MOST consistent statement of structural MRI brain findings of autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased brain size is a consistent finding in early childhood for individuals with ASD.
Question 4 of 5
The following drugs are used in resuscitation Except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Digitalis is not used in acute resuscitation as it does not provide immediate cardiovascular support.
Question 5 of 5
Features suggestive of large ventricular septal defect (VSD) in an infant 6 months old may include all of the following Except:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Infants with large VSDs often experience poor growth due to increased metabolic demand and heart failure.