ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Flashcards Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are asked to explain breath-holding spells concept to a staff nurse during morning rounds. Of the following, the BEST statement is that it is a/an
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breath-holding spells are often triggered by emotional reactions such as frustration or anger.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn presents with excessive oral secretions and choking during the first feeding. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Esophageal atresia with or without tracheoesophageal fistula presents with excessive oral secretions, choking, and difficulty feeding due to a disconnected or abnormal esophagus. Diagnosis is confirmed with a nasogastric tube X-ray.
Question 3 of 5
Cyanotic congenital heart disease in newborn with pulmonary oligemia and left ventricular hypertrophy is suggestive of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tricuspid atresia results in pulmonary oligemia due to reduced pulmonary blood flow. The left ventricle compensates for systemic circulation, leading to hypertrophy, a hallmark of this condition.
Question 4 of 5
Vitamin A supplementation given largely to infants < 1,000 g resulted in all the following EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin A supplementation reduces BPD and sepsis but does not significantly impact the need for ECMO. The other options are benefits of vitamin A supplementation.
Question 5 of 5
A 15-year-old female presented with delusions, paranoia, tachycardia, hypertension, hyperpyrexia, diaphoresis, piloerection, mydriasis, hyperreflexia, seizures, hypotension, and dysrhythmia. The MOST likely cause is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amphetamine intoxication matches these symptoms, including autonomic hyperactivity, psychosis, and cardiovascular effects.