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RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 16-year-old mother complaining she feels unhappy living with her husband and his family. The most appropriate action is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale is a screening tool for postnatal depression which might address her unhappiness.
Question 2 of 5
The caregiver is teaching a parent of a young child with a newly diagnosed seizure disorder. The child is prescribed valproic acid (Depakote) for control of seizures. Which parental statement indicates the need for further education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. Valproic acid should be administered with food to reduce the risk of gastrointestinal upset. Giving it on an empty stomach may increase the likelihood of adverse effects. The other statements are correct: A - Carbonated beverages should not be used to dilute the medication, C - The tablet should not be chewed, and D - Regular blood work is necessary to monitor valproic acid levels and potential side effects.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the home medication list with the patient. The nurse recognizes that hydrochlorothiazide is used primarily for which condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hydrochlorothiazide is primarily indicated for hypertension (HTN). Thiazides like hydrochlorothiazide are commonly the first-line treatment for hypertension. While hydrochlorothiazide can be used for edema, diabetes insipidus, and postmenopausal osteoporosis to some extent, its main use and efficacy lie in managing hypertension.
Question 4 of 5
All the following are cholesterol risk screening recommendations EXCEPT
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Family history of obesity is not a direct indicator for cholesterol screening.
Question 5 of 5
During a routine examination of a 10-mo-old male infant, you find a white pupillary reflex of the right eye; the eye movements are normal. You suspect retinoblastoma. Of the following, the BEST confirmatory diagnostic evaluation of this infant is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Examination under anesthesia by an experienced ophthalmologist is the gold standard for diagnosing retinoblastoma.