ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Sixteen-year-old boy arrives at the emergency department not breathing. The size of the endotracheal tube needed is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Endotracheal tube size for an adolescent (16 years) is typically 8.0 mm. A rough estimate is (Age/4) + 3.5 for uncuffed and (Age/4) + 3 for cuffed tubes.
Question 2 of 5
You are called to the delivery of a boy at weeks' gestational age with thick meconium-stained fluid and type II decelerations The obstetrician rapidly delivers the infant and hands him to you for care The boy is hypotonic, cyanotic, apneic, and bradycardic The most appropriate step is to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intubation and positive-pressure ventilation are essential for severely compromised infants who are apneic and bradycardic
Question 3 of 5
All of the following may increase plasma levels of theophylline EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Smoking marijuana does not increase theophylline levels, while the other options can inhibit its metabolism, leading to increased levels.
Question 4 of 5
The best choice of antibiotic in treating localized impetiginous lesions in patients with atopic dermatitis is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Topical mupirocin is effective against Staphylococcus aureus a common pathogen in impetigo.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following would be the best play activity for a 6-month-old infant to provide tactile stimulation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Splashing in the bath provides tactile stimulation for a 6-month-old infant as they can feel the water, enhancing their sensory experience.