ATI LPN
Care During Pediatric Emergencies Questions
Question 1 of 4
A 3-year-old girl had a near-drowning incident when she fell into a wading pool. Which intervention would be of the highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring airway patency is the highest priority in a near-drowning incident to restore oxygenation.
Question 2 of 4
Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be appropriate for teaching interventions for a single mother who leaves her toddler unattended in the bathtub?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leaving a toddler unattended in the bathtub poses a significant risk for drowning, making 'Risk for Suffocation' the most appropriate diagnosis.
Question 3 of 4
Which of the following challenges will the nurse need to address first for a victim who has arrived in the emergency department?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Addressing hypoxia first is critical as it directly impacts tissue oxygenation, aligning with the ABC priority of airway and breathing.
Question 4 of 4
The parents of a 7-month-old boy with a broken arm agree on how the accident happened. Which account would lead the nurse to suspect child abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 7-month-old is unlikely to roll off a changing table independently, raising suspicion of abuse if the story doesn't align with developmental ability.