ATI RN
Respiratory Pediatric Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
If the nurse suspects a complication of a low forceps birth labor, she should immediately
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low forceps birth can result in significant vaginal trauma. Therefore, the nurse should immediately assess the perineal and vaginal areas to determine the extent of trauma and provide appropriate care. Administering analgesics, assessing the uterine fundus position, or reviewing the labor record will not provide immediate information on the extent of vaginal trauma and may delay necessary interventions.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is explaining the risk of hypothermia in the newborn to a group of nursing students. Which statement best describes the manifestations of hypothermia in the newborn?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement best explains why a newborn with a congenital defect of the penis should not be circumcised?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because the foreskin may be needed to correct a defect in cases of epispadias and hypospadias. Circumcision does not significantly increase the risk of infection and would not make the defect more noticeable. It is important to preserve the foreskin for potential future repairs in cases of congenital defects.
Question 4 of 5
Which information should the nurse teach to new parents regarding the use of a bulb syringe?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because inserting the bulb syringe into the sides of the mouth, rather than the back of the throat, helps avoid stimulating the vagal nerve and causing bradycardia. Suction can be done as needed, and vigorous suction of the back of the throat should be avoided. Suctioning the mouth first is important to prevent aspiration.
Question 5 of 5
In which position should the parents be instructed to place their newborn for sleep?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends placing infants on their back for sleep to reduce the risk of SIDS. This position is associated with the lowest rate of SIDS. Placing the newborn on the side may lead to rolling onto the abdomen, which is not recommended. Placing the newborn on the abdomen is only advised for short periods under supervision.