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ATI Nursing Proctored Pediatric Test Banks Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 14-year-old boy and his parents are concerned about bilateral breast enlargement. The nurse's discussion of this should be based on which statement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct statement is that bilateral breast enlargement in a 14-year-old boy is usually benign and temporary. This condition, known as gynecomastia, is commonly seen during puberty due to hormonal changes. It typically resolves on its own without the need for intervention. It is important for the nurse to reassure the boy and his parents that this is a normal occurrence and should not be a cause for major concern. It is crucial to address any underlying anxieties and provide education on the natural course of puberty-related changes.
Question 2 of 5
A medical student observes that infants cry in response to another infant's cry. The MOST appropriate answer is that it represents
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infants crying in response to others may indicate early empathy development.
Question 3 of 5
A 14-year-old boy is being admitted to the hospital for an appendectomy. Which roommate should the nurse assign with this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse should assign the 14-year-old boy recovering from an appendectomy to Roommate C, the 15-year-old boy admitted with a vasoocclusive sickle cell crisis. This decision is based on providing similar age groups and conditions for mutual support and understanding. Both patients are teenagers and are experiencing health challenges that involve pain management and supportive care. This pairing can offer emotional and social benefits as they navigate their hospital stay together. It is important to consider factors like age, condition, and potential social interactions when assigning roommates in a healthcare setting to promote a positive environment for healing and recovery.
Question 4 of 5
A client has a serum calcium level of 7.2mg/dl. During the physical examination, the nurse expects to assess:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A client with a low serum calcium level (hypocalcemia) is at risk for exhibiting Trousseau's sign. Trousseau's sign is a clinical manifestation of hypocalcemia characterized by carpal spasm induced by inflating a blood pressure cuff on the arm above the systolic pressure for a few minutes. This spasm occurs due to the increased neuromuscular irritability caused by low calcium levels. Therefore, a nurse assessing a client with a serum calcium level of 7.2mg/dl should expect to assess Trousseau's sign.
Question 5 of 5
You are assigned to evaluate the outcome of fecal occult blood test as a screening test for patients with bowel cancer. The total number of patients who underwent the test is 2030; in those whom the disease is confirmed are 30. The results of fecal occult blood test are as follows: in 20 patients who has a confirmed bowel cancer (truly positive), and in 180 patients who don't have the disease (falsely positive); in 10 patients who truly has the disease (falsely negative), and in 1820 patients who are not affected by the disease (truly negative). All the following statements are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prevalence = (Total cases / Total population) * 100 = (30 / 2030) * 100 ≈ 1.48%. This statement is correct, so it is the exception as the question asks for the incorrect statement.