ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
A preschool age child
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse to prepare the child for the assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing the child to role-play with medical equipment helps reduce anxiety, makes the experience more familiar, and increases cooperation during the assessment.
Extract:
A 2-year-old toddler
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following milestones should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: B: Associative play begins around the age of 2, where toddlers play alongside other children and may start to engage with them, sharing toys and ideas. E: Feeding themselves with a spoon is an expected milestone for 2-year-olds, as they start to develop more independence in self-feeding.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements suggest that the parents need more instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placing thick padding or blankets under the child is not recommended as it can interfere with the proper fit of the harness and increase the risk of injury in case of a collision.
Extract:
A 6-month-old infant
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following signs indicate(s) that the infant is ready to begin eating solid foods? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: B: Showing interest in food when others are eating is a sign of readiness for solid foods, indicating curiosity and a desire to try new foods. C: Doubling birth weight is a milestone often associated with physical readiness to begin solid foods. D: Losing the tongue-thrust reflex, which pushes food out of the mouth, is an important sign of readiness for solid foods. F: Being able to sit up with minimal support indicates the infant can maintain a stable position for eating.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: A: Dental care is important at this stage as toddlers begin to have more teeth and can develop cavities. C:
Toddlers need adequate nutrition, but their caloric intake does not need to be significantly increased compared to infants. E: Tantrums are common in toddlers as they develop independence and may struggle with emotional regulation, so teaching management strategies is key.