ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing Cardiac Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The most therapeutic play for a 5-year-old is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drawing B aids expression, per document p60, 2.
Question 2 of 5
The pediatric nurse examines a 5-week-old infant who has been observed having projectile, nonbilious vomiting. Upon palpation, the nurse feels an olive-shaped mass in the midepigastrum. Based on these data, which condition does the nurse suspect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Projectile, nonbilious vomiting and an olive-shaped mass in the midepigastrum are hallmark signs of pyloric stenosis , a condition where the pylorus thickens, obstructing gastric emptying. Rectal atresia , intussusception , and malrotation present differently (e.g., bilious vomiting or bowel obstruction signs).
Question 3 of 5
A nurse understands that medical play helps accomplish therapeutic goals for medical procedures. Which of the following is an example of medical play for a school-aged child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Medical play, like giving a doll a shot , helps children process procedures. Seeing equipment or reading is educational, and blocks are unrelated.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is following procedures for using pharmaceutical interventions for pain in the hospitalized child. Which of the following actions by the nurse needs further instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering pain medication, especially narcotics, without a second nurse violates safety protocols requiring double-checking, needing correction.
Question 5 of 5
The most common form of lead poisoning in children comes from:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lead poisoning in children most commonly arises from ingestion of lead-based paint , often from old homes. Pencils use graphite, not lead; medications are rarely a source; and water can be contaminated but is less common than paint exposure historically.