ATI RN
Essential of Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
A patient who is recovering from a stroke becomes easily frustrated when unable to complete a task. Which of the ff. responses by the nurse will best help the patient get the task done?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breaking the task down into simple steps is the best response by the nurse to help the patient get the task done. By breaking the task into smaller, more manageable steps, the patient can focus on completing each step successfully, leading to a sense of accomplishment and reducing frustration. This approach promotes a positive and empowering experience for the patient, ultimately aiding in their recovery and rehabilitation process.
Question 2 of 5
Regarding the gross motor skills, a 2-year-old child can
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 2-year-old typically can walk up and down stairs with support.
Question 3 of 5
Recommendations for hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine include which statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The current recommendations for hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine state that the first dose should be administered between ages 12 and 15 months. The vaccine series typically consists of three doses, with the second dose administered 1-2 months after the first dose, and the third dose given at least 8 weeks after the second dose. This schedule is recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide optimal protection against the hepatitis B virus. Starting the vaccine series at 12-15 months ensures that the child's immune system is mature enough to respond effectively to the vaccine and generate lasting immunity.
Question 4 of 5
You are discussing failure to thrive (FTT) with medical students. You mention that FTT is most often used to describe malnutrition related to environmental or psychosocial causes. An important statement that should be included in your discussion is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Crossing percentile lines on a growth chart indicates a significant deviation from the child's previous growth trajectory, which is a key indicator of potential FTT.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse understands that for the parathyroid hormone to exert its effect, what must be present?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parathyroid hormone (PTH) is released by the parathyroid glands in response to low calcium levels in the blood. Its primary function is to regulate calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. When calcium levels in the blood are low, PTH is released, leading to increased calcium levels by stimulating the release of calcium from the bones, increasing calcium absorption in the intestines, and promoting calcium reabsorption in the kidneys. Therefore, for PTH to exert its effect, increased calcium levels must be present.