A 6monthold with diarrhea requires

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ATI LPN Test Bank

A 6-month-old with diarrhea requires

A. Antibiotics B. IV fluids C. Oral rehydration D. All of the above

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Oral rehydration C is first-line, per document p37, .

The nurse should suspect dehydration in a child with

A. Dry mucous membranes B. Increased urine output C. Normal skin turgor D. Stable weight

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Dry mucous membranes A indicate dehydration, per document p52, and AAP guidelines.

The most common site for temperature in a 4-year-old is

A. Axillary B. Oral C. Rectal D. Temporal

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Axillary A is safest for young children, per document p55, 8.

The nurse should suspect Hirschsprung’s disease if a newborn has

A. Diarrhea B. Fever C. No meconium D. Vomiting

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: No meconium C suggests obstruction, per document p59, 6.

The nurse should suspect meningitis if a child has

A. Fever B. Neck stiffness C. Rash D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All D are meningitis signs, per document p60, 2.

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