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ATI Pediatric Proctored Exam Questions

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is providing teaching to the guardian of an infant about home safety. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The nurse should instruct the guardian to keep the baby’s crib away from the radiator to prevent burns.

Question 2 of 5

The healthcare provider discussed strategies with a parent to prevent a recurrence of urinary tract infection in the child. Which statement made by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The statement 'It is acceptable to take frequent bubble baths' indicates a need for further teaching because oils in bubble bath and similar products are known to irritate the urethra, potentially leading to recurrent urinary tract infections.

Question 3 of 5

When educating a parent of an infant with a new prescription for digoxin, which instruction should the nurse provide?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: It is crucial for the nurse to monitor the infant's heart rate before giving digoxin to identify any signs of digoxin toxicity early. Heart rate assessment helps in detecting and preventing potential complications associated with digoxin use.

Question 4 of 5

The patient taking warfarin for prevention of deep vein thrombosis has an INR of 1.2. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: An INR level of 1.2 is below the therapeutic range (2-3) for warfarin therapy. Therefore, the nurse should contact the healthcare provider to discuss the need for an increased dose to achieve the desired therapeutic range and prevent deep vein thrombosis effectively.

Question 5 of 5

A school nurse is assessing a school-age child’s blood pressure while he is seated in a chair. The child starts to experience a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The greatest risk to this child is aspiration, occlusion of the airway, and bodily injury from falling out of the chair. The nurse should ease the child down to the floor in a side-lying position immediately.

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