ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing exam 5 Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning to teach parents about prevention of Reye's syndrome. What information would the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Salicylates, such as aspirin, are the primary risk factor for Reye's syndrome, so avoidance is critical.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following body systems does meningitis affect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges, which are protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord in the CNS.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has a suspected diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bacterial meningitis is a medical emergency. Administering antibiotics promptly can reduce mortality and prevent complications.
Question 4 of 5
Down Syndrome is caused by which additional chromosome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Down syndrome results from an extra copy of chromosome 21, called Trisomy 21.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the development of an inservice about viral and bacterial meningitis. The nurse should include that the introduction of which of the following immunizations decreased the incidence of bacterial meningitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) and Haemophilus Type B (HIB Vaccine) directly prevent bacterial meningitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae, which were previously leading causes of meningitis in children.