ATI LPN
Foundations and Adult Health Nursing Test Bank
Chapter 31 : Basic Pediatric Nursing Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is the purpose of a mist tent?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The purpose of the mist tent is to liquefy respiratory secretions. A constant oxygen supply can be given by methods other than a mist tent. A mist tent does not lower temperature or improve hydration.
Question 2 of 5
What is the maximum amount of time that a nurse should suction an artificial airway?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse should limit suctioning to no more than 5 seconds.
Question 3 of 5
What is a disadvantage of using a mist tent with a toddler?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent linen and clothing changes will be necessary because of the heavy humidity in the tent. The nurse can open the tent to soothe the restless child instead of removing the child. The tent does not have to be opened every hour.
Toys can be placed inside the tent.
Question 4 of 5
What is one way to enhance the nutrition of the hospitalized toddler?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using nutritious liquids may satisfy the nutritional needs when a toddler is 'too busy' to eat.
Toddlers should not be left to eat unsupervised because of the danger of aspiration. Junk food should not be used as rewards. Activities are important and should not be discouraged.
Question 5 of 5
Why must the pediatric nurse be cautious about medicating infants and young children?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Newborns and young children are more susceptible to the toxic effects of certain medications than adults.