ATI LPN
Pediatric Gi Disorders Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A child with nephrotic syndrome may exhibit
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D are nephrotic symptoms, per document p54, 3.
Question 2 of 5
The most common complication of a tonsillectomy is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bleeding C is the primary concern, per document p60, 8.
Question 3 of 5
Doctor orders: Mycostatin oral suspension 500,000 units swish/swallow for child with oral candidiasis. Available is Mycostatin 100,000 units/ml. How many teaspoons will you give?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calculate the volume in ml: 500,000 units ÷ 100,000 units/ml = 5 ml. Convert ml to teaspoons (1 teaspoon = 5 ml): 5 ml ÷ 5 ml/teaspoon = 1 teaspoon.
Question 4 of 5
An adolescent reports recurrent abdominal pain with diarrhea and bloody stools. Which type of inflammatory bowel disease does the nurse suspect based on these data?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bloody diarrhea and abdominal pain are classic symptoms of ulcerative colitis , which affects the colon’s mucosal layer. NEC is neonatal, Crohn’s may involve the entire GI tract with less consistent bleeding, and appendicitis is acute, not recurrent.
Question 5 of 5
A preschool-aged child is admitted to the pediatric unit for surgery. The parents request to stay with their child. Which is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing parents they can stay aligns with family-centered care, reducing stress for the preschooler.