ATI LPN
NP Practice Questions Pediatric Immunizations Questions
Question 1 of 5
During the assessment of a pediatric patient with asthma, which finding should the nurse expect in the lung examination?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High-pitched wheezes on expiration are typical in asthma (NHLBI), due to airway narrowing.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is a potential complication of sickle cell crisis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Splenic sequestration, trapping blood in the spleen, is a sickle cell crisis complication (CDC), unlike other options.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is administering medication to a child through an intramuscular route. Which site is commonly used for children under the age of 3?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The vastus lateralis is the preferred IM site for children under 3 (AAP), due to muscle mass and safety.
Question 4 of 5
Which approach is most effective when communicating with a school-age child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Simple, concrete language suits school-age comprehension (AAP), enhancing communication.
Question 5 of 5
A child is prescribed an oral antibiotic. When should the nurse educate the parents about potential side effects?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pre-administration education allows early side effect monitoring (AAP), the best practice.