ATI LPN
Emergency Pediatric Psychiatric Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
The incidence of septic shock in children in the United States is greatest in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infants have the highest incidence of septic shock due to immature immune systems and higher infection rates.
Question 2 of 5
You receive a call that a school bus has collided with a tractor-trailer. The estimated number of injured children is 20, with 5 recognized as unstable and including open lower extremity fractures, unresponsive with suspected traumatic brain injury, abdominal injuries of impalement, etc. Which of the following statements regarding field triage of pediatric trauma patients is accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: SALT (Sort, Assess, Lifesaving Interventions, Treatment/Transport) is a standardized, effective triage method for mass casualties.
Question 3 of 5
Your hospital is preparing to obtain a level 1 pediatric trauma center designation and is currently reviewing their resources. Your center admits about 200 injured children below the age of 15 annually. It has one board-certified pediatric surgeon, 24-hour subspecialty coverage for neurosurgery, plastic surgery and PICU. It has a PED, pediatric acute care unit, rehabilitation services, a pediatric social worker and a child-life program. The hospital has a respectable teaching and research program. What additional resources does your center need for a successful designation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Level 1 pediatric trauma centers require 24/7 orthopedic surgery coverage for comprehensive trauma care.
Question 4 of 5
When a poison has been ingested by a child, the parents should be instructed to do which of the following first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calling the poison control center first ensures expert guidance is received before taking action, as inducing vomiting or other interventions may worsen the situation depending on the poison.
Question 5 of 5
A 4-year-old girl has been admitted to the emergency department after accidently ingesting a cleaning product. Which of the following treatments is most likely appropriate in the immediate treatment of the girl's poisoning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Activated charcoal is commonly used to adsorb ingested toxins and prevent further absorption, making it a likely immediate treatment.