ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
A group of clients
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A heart rate of 68/min in an 18-month-old is abnormally low, indicating potential serious conditions like heart block.
Extract:
A child with bacterial meningitis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the child can be removed from droplet precautions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A negative CSF culture confirms effective treatment, indicating the child is no longer contagious.
Extract:
A child post-tonsillectomy
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child in the PACU following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following finding requires immediate intervention by the nurse should the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent swallowing may indicate active bleeding from the surgical site, requiring immediate intervention to prevent significant blood loss.
Extract:
An infant for venipuncture
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a venipuncture to collect a blood sample from an infant. Which of the following restraints should the nurse plan to use for this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mummy restraints securely wrap the infant, exposing only the venipuncture site, ensuring safety and minimal movement.
Extract:
Four clients
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing care for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slurred speech in sickle cell anemia may indicate a stroke, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assessment.