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RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 ATI Questions
Question 1 of 5
The MOST appropriate advice for a 4-year-old child with stuttering and repetitions of initial sounds is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Many children outgrow stuttering naturally.
Question 2 of 5
A 5-year-old child, recently diagnosed with ileocecal Burkitt lymphoma; lab investigations reveal: serum uric acid 12 mg/dl, serum sodium, 145 meq/dl; serum potassium, 4.5 meq/dl; serum phosphate 4.4 meq/dl; serum calcium, 8.9 mg/dl; blood urea, 22 mg/dl; serum creatinine, 0.8 mg/dl. Of the following, the MOST effective treatment is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Recombinant urate oxidase (rasburicase) effectively lowers uric acid levels in cases of tumor lysis syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following chromosomal abnormalities of childhood ALL carries the highest risk of relapse despite intensive chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Philadelphia chromosome (t(9;22)) is associated with a high risk of relapse in ALL.
Question 4 of 5
The age by which the child can make a tower of 9 cubes and imitates a circular stroke is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This level of fine motor skill is typically achieved around 36 months.
Question 5 of 5
The healthcare provider is assessing abdominal girth for a pediatric client who presents with abdominal distension. Which nursing action is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring the girth around the largest portion of the abdomen ensures accurate assessment and tracking of abdominal distension. This method provides a more comprehensive measurement and helps healthcare providers monitor changes effectively.