ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing ATI Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 4-month-old infant presents with watery diarrhea and dehydration. Stool culture grows Vibrio cholerae. The best treatment is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral rehydration solution is the cornerstone for cholera, per WHO, correcting dehydration. A, B, D, E are adjunctive or contraindicated.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discussing the pediatric unit's playroom with a child's family. What statement by the parent indicates an understanding of the use of the playroom?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The playroom is for recreation , promoting normalcy and stress relief, not medical tasks (A, B,
C).
Question 3 of 5
A 6-month-old with diarrhea requires
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral rehydration C is first-line, per document p37, .
Question 4 of 5
How would the nurse advise a parent who states, 'I never know how much food to feed my child'?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One tablespoon per year of age (
C) is a practical guideline for child portions. Teaspoon limits (
A), precise measuring (
B), and no snacks (
D) are impractical. Document: 'A tablespoon… for each year of age is a good guideline.'
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should suspect dehydration in a child with
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dry mucous membranes A indicate dehydration, per document p52, and AAP guidelines.