ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Certification Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which statement about truancy is NOT true?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Truancy is not considered normal behavior in young children. It often signals deeper issues such as family disorganization, abuse, or risk behaviors like substance use.
Question 2 of 5
Abnormally short cords are associated with the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Short cords are typically associated with wrapping around fetal parts, uterine constraint, and oligohydramnios. Fetal hypotonia is not directly linked to cord length but rather neurological or muscular conditions.
Question 3 of 5
During cardiopulmonary resuscitation of an infant, how should chest compressions be performed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: For infants, two-finger compressions are recommended for single-rescuer CPR, while the two-thumb technique is used for two-rescuer CPR to ensure effective compression depth.
Question 4 of 5
Atypical bacterial pneumonia is more likely to occur in:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Atypical pneumonia, caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Chlamydia pneumoniae, is more common in school-aged children. It presents with dry cough, mild fever, and extrapulmonary manifestations such as rash or hemolysis.
Question 5 of 5
Of the following, the MOST appropriate therapy for a child with a small solitary coronary artery aneurysm is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Aspirin for 6 months is sufficient for small aneurysms.