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ATI Practice Questions Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 5
A pediatric nurse examines the abdomen of a preschool-aged child brought to the doctor's office by the grandmother because of vomiting over the last several days. Upon inspection, the nurse observes that the child's stomach is distended. Based on these data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Persistent vomiting with abdominal distension suggests an intestinal obstruction , which prevents normal passage of contents, causing backup and swelling. Kidney failure affects urination, displaced organs are congenital, and omphalitis is an umbilical issue, none matching these symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing actions are appropriate when providing care to a toddler-aged patient who is restrained to protect an incision after a surgical procedure? Select one that does not apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Least restrictive methods , proper orders , activities , and hygiene checks ensure safety and development. Removal every 4 hours is too infrequent; every 2 hours is standard.
Question 3 of 5
Which type of soft tissue massage is used to improve muscle and bone function?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rolfing (C) involves fascia manipulation to improve muscle and bone function by enhancing alignment and movement. Coin-rubbing (A) aligns the body via skin manipulation, neuromuscular massage (B) relieves muscle tension, and perineal massage (D) reduces delivery trauma. Per the document, 'Fascia pressure, stretching, and manipulation, known as Rolfing, are thought to improve muscle and bone function.'
Question 4 of 5
Which form of CAM therapy can easily be mistaken for child abuse because of the lingering marks on the skin after treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Coin rubbing (C), or 'Cao-gio,' leaves skin marks that mimic abuse. Reflexology (A), Ayurveda (B), and acupressure (D) don’t typically mark skin. Document: 'Coin rubbing… can easily be mistaken for child abuse because of the lingering marks.'
Question 5 of 5
Lori weight at birth was 7lbs. Now she is 14lbs. She can sit alone and completely turn over. She often bangs her rattler on the table. Lori can pull to a sitting position and tolerate solid food.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: At 6 months (C), infants double birth weight (7 to 14 lbs), sit briefly, roll over, bang objects, pull to sit, and start solids. Too early for 2 months (A), too late for 11/18 months (B, D). Document: 'At 6 months… double in birth weight… Sits alone momentarily… First solid food is introduced.'