Free AACN CCRN-Pediatric Exam Questions

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Question 1

Following placement of a central venous catheter, a mechanically ventilated child develops acute tachycardia, hypotension, and arterial desaturation. A nurse should evaluate the need for:

A : Administration of a sedative

B : Insertion of a chest tube

C : An increase in the ventilator rate

D : An IV fluid bolus

Answer: B

Question 2

Which of the following is contraindicated when caring for a child with asthma who is intubated and receiving mechanical ventilation?

A : Turning and repositioning

B : Endotracheal suctioning

C : Chest physiotherapy

D : Inhaled steroids

Answer: C

Question 3

The treatment of choice for diabetes insipidus should be fluid:

A : Replacement and aldosterone

B : Restriction and aldosterone

C : Replacement and vasopressin (Pitressin)

D : Restriction and vasopressin (Pitressin)

Answer: C

Question 4

An infant is admitted with tonic-clonic movement of the lower extremities. The most likely etiology of the seizure is:

A : Lead poisoning

B : A febrile illness

C : A brain tumor

D : An arteriovenous malformation

Answer: B

Question 5

A patient is postoperative day 1 from a laparotomy for appendicitis. Which intervention best prevents surgical wound infection?

A : Apply a dressing with plastic tape over the wound, encourage handwashing, and offer a high-calorie diet

B : Shower twice daily, apply betadine to the skin around the wound, and maintain NPO status

C : Encourage nutritional support as early as possible, bathe daily with pH-balanced cleanser, and encourage mobility

D : Cleanse the wound with antibacterial soap and water, maintain NPO status, and encourage mobility

Answer: C

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