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ATI Nursing Proctored Pediatric Test Banks Questions
Question 1 of 5
Parents have a concern that their child is depressed. The nurse relates that which characteristic best describes children with depression?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Change in appetite, resulting in weight loss or gain, is a common characteristic seen in children with depression. Some children may experience a significant decrease in appetite, leading to weight loss, while others may have an increased appetite, resulting in weight gain. This change in eating habits is often a noticeable sign that may indicate the presence of depression in children. It is important for parents and caregivers to be aware of any significant changes in a child's eating patterns and behavior, as it could be a potential indicator of underlying mental health issues such as depression.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child with impetigo contagiosa. The parents ask the nurse what will happen to their child's skin after the infection has subsided and healed. Which answer should the nurse give?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Impetigo contagiosa typically does not leave scarring once it has subsided and healed. This skin infection primarily affects the superficial layers of the skin and does not cause damage deep enough to result in scarring. While there may be some temporary pigmented spots or mild changes in skin color after the infection resolves, scarring is not a common outcome of impetigo contagiosa in most cases. Thus, the nurse should reassure the parents that their child's skin is not likely to have any scarring after the infection has healed.
Question 3 of 5
What does the surgical closure of the ductus arteriosus do?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ductus arteriosus is a fetal blood vessel that allows blood to bypass the lungs while in utero. After birth, the ductus arteriosus should close to redirect blood flow through the lungs for oxygenation. Surgical closure of the ductus arteriosus is performed to prevent the shunting of unoxygenated blood from the pulmonary artery to the aorta, therefore stopping the loss of unoxygenated blood to the systemic circulation. This helps to ensure that oxygenated blood is properly circulated to the body tissues and organs.
Question 4 of 5
A male client who is HIV positive is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia. His live-in partner has accompanied him. During the history interview, the nurse is aware of feeling a negative attitude about the client's lifestyle, what action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: It is important for the nurse to acknowledge and address any negative feelings or biases that may arise during patient care, especially when caring for a patient with a stigmatized condition like HIV/AIDS. Discussing these negative feelings with a trusted colleague, such as the charge nurse, can help the nurse process and overcome their biases in a safe and non-judgmental environment. By addressing these feelings, the nurse can ensure that they provide compassionate and professional care to the patient and their partner without any personal biases interfering with the care delivery. Sharing these feelings with the client or avoiding eye contact would be inappropriate and counterproductive to establishing trust and providing care. Developing a written interview form would not address the underlying issue of negative attitudes or biases and may not be effective in promoting unbiased care.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is admitting a newborn with hypospadias to the nursery. The nurse expects which finding in this newborn?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypospadias is a congenital condition where the opening of the urethra is located on the ventral surface of the penis instead of the tip. This results in the ventral placement of the urethral meatus compared to the normal dorsal position. It can typically be visually identified when examining the newborn's genitalia. A key characteristic of hypospadias is the abnormal positioning of the urethral opening, which distinguishes it from other conditions affecting the male genitalia.