Free AACN CCRN-Pediatric Exam Questions

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Question 1

A 14-year-old post-MVC receives massive transfusion. Later, the abdomen is rigid. Which finding suggests abdominal compartment syndrome?

A : Decreased PIP

B : Oliguria

C : Decreased RA pressure

D : Polyuria

Answer: B

Question 2

A 2-year-old child in septic shock is receiving nitroprusside (Nipride). Which of the following findings indicates the need to increase the nitroprusside dosage?

A : Systolic BP greater than or equal to 78 mm Hg

B : Urine output is 7 cc/hr

C : Systemic vascular resistance is 1820 dynes/sec/cm##

D : HR is 180

Answer: C

Question 3

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 4

High-frequency ventilation improves pulmonary air leaks by:

A : Decreasing the pressure differential between the airway and the intrapleural space

B : Decreasing minute ventilation

C : Increasing the mean airway pressure

D : Increasing the pressure differential between the airway and the intrapleural space

Answer: A

Question 5

A child has a fever, moderate hypertension, petechiae, decreased urinary output, and bloody diarrhea. A nurse should suspect:

A : Hepatorenal syndrome

B : Hemolytic uremic syndrome

C : Nephrotic syndrome

D : Acute glomerulonephritis

Answer: B

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