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ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
A 2 1/2-year-old child
Question 1 of 5
Which statement by the mother indicates she has an understanding of how to best help the child succeed in her age-related psychosocial developmental tasks?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: I encourage my daughter to try things for herself as much as she can. This statement indicates an understanding of the importance of fostering independence and autonomy in the child, which aligns with age-related psychosocial developmental tasks. Encouraging the child to try things for herself promotes her sense of competence and mastery, key aspects of healthy development. Providing opportunities for independence supports the child in developing a sense of initiative and accomplishment.
Choices A, C, and D do not directly address the child's developmental needs and may hinder her growth by either being overly controlling (A and
C) or focusing solely on social interaction (
D).
Extract:
A toddler
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the parents Indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because it recognizes the importance of providing nutritious food rather than focusing solely on quantity. Quality of food ensures essential nutrients for growth and development.
Choice B is incorrect as calorie intake varies based on individual needs.
Choice C is incorrect as increased appetite may not always indicate understanding of nutrition.
Choice D is incorrect as sharing adult vitamins may not meet the child's specific nutrient requirements.
Extract:
A toddler who weighs 20 kg
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 100 mg PO every 8 hr to a toddler who weighs 20 kg. The recommended dosage range is 20 to 25 mg/kg/day. Which of the following actions by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: The nurse administers the prescribed dosage. The rationale is as follows:
1. Calculate the toddler's daily dosage range: 20 kg * 20-25 mg/kg/day = 400-500 mg/day.
2. Divide the daily dosage by the frequency: 400-500 mg/day / 3 doses = 133.3-166.7 mg/dose.
3. The prescribed dosage of 100 mg every 8 hours falls within the calculated range.
4. Administering the prescribed dosage ensures the toddler receives the appropriate amount of medication to treat the infection effectively.
Incorrect choices:
A: The prescription falls within the recommended range, so it is not above the limit.
C: There is no need to adjust the dosage as it is within the recommended range.
D: The prescribed dosage is appropriate based on the weight and recommended range.
Extract:
A three-year-old
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following cognitive behaviors would be expected in a three-year-old according to Piaget's theory of cognitive development?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: According to Piaget's theory, symbolic play is a cognitive behavior expected in a three-year-old. Piaget believed that children in the preoperational stage engage in symbolic play, where they use objects to represent other objects. This behavior demonstrates the child's ability to use symbols, a key aspect of cognitive development at this age. Abstract reasoning (
A), conservation (
C), and logical reasoning (
D) are characteristics of the concrete operational stage, which typically occurs around age 7.
Therefore, these behaviors would not be expected in a three-year-old according to Piaget's theory.
Extract:
A hospitalized 3-year-old child whose parents will be back to visit at 6 PM
Question 5 of 5
When the child asks the nurse when his parents are coming, the nurse's best response is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: They will come after dinner. This response provides a clear and concrete timeframe for the child, helping to manage his expectations. It gives a specific event (dinner) that the child can anticipate, making it easier for him to understand and wait. The other choices lack specificity or are vague, which may confuse the child and lead to frustration.
Choice B may lead to repeated questions and
Choice C does not give a specific time frame.
Choice D involves a concept (6 PM) that may be difficult for a child to understand.
Therefore, choice A is the best response in this situation.