ATI RN
Respiratory Pediatric Nursing Questions
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
How many kilocalories per kilogram (kcal/kg) of body weight does a full-term formula-fed infant need each day?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A full-term formula-fed infant requires 100 to 110 kcal/kg per day to meet their nutritional needs. Providing less than 100 kcal/kg would be insufficient, while exceeding 110 kcal/kg could lead to overfeeding and potential health issues. It is important to ensure the correct amount of calories to support the infant's growth and development, making option B the most appropriate choice.
Question 3 of 5
Which technique should the nurse recommend to the postpartum patient in order to prevent nipple trauma?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: If the infant's mouth does not cover as much of the areola as possible, the pressure during sucking will be applied to the nipple, causing trauma to the area. Assessing the nipples for trauma is important; however, it will not prevent sore nipples. Stimulating the breast for less than 5 minutes will not produce the extra milk the infant may need. Soap can be drying to the nipples and should be avoided during breastfeeding.
Question 4 of 5
In comparison with the term infant, the preterm infant has
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is that a preterm infant has a greater surface area in proportion to their weight compared to a term infant. Preterm infants do not have more subcutaneous fat, well-developed flexor muscles, or few blood vessels visible through the skin. Understanding the differences between preterm and term infants is important in providing appropriate care for preterm infants.
Question 5 of 5
Following the vaginal birth of a macrosomic infant, the nurse should evaluate the infant for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Macrosomic infants are at risk for birth injuries, such as clavicle fractures, cephalohematomas, and brachial palsy. Evaluating for hyperglycemia and hyperthermia is important as well, but the priority assessment for a macrosomic infant would be to check for birth injuries, specifically clavicle fractures. An increase in red blood cells would not be the priority assessment in this scenario.