ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing ATI Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
The nurse determines a parent is administering levothyroxine (Synthroid) correctly when she states which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Levothyroxine should be given consistently at the same time daily, ideally morning (C), for steady thyroid levels. Stopping (A), skipping (B), or switching brands (D) disrupts efficacy. Document: 'Synthroid should be given at the same time each day, preferably in the morning.'
Question 2 of 4
How would the nurse advise a parent who states, 'I never know how much food to feed my child'?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: One tablespoon per year of age (C) is a practical guideline for child portions. Teaspoon limits (A), precise measuring (B), and no snacks (D) are impractical. Document: 'A tablespoon… for each year of age is a good guideline.'
Question 3 of 4
The nurse urges the mother of a 6 month old to have her child vaccinated with Haemophilus influenzae type B to protect against:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hib vaccine prevents bacterial meningitis (C) caused by Haemophilus influenzae. Hepatitis (A), otitis (B), and encephalitis (D) have different etiologies. Document: 'H. influenza type B… vaccines have decreased… bacterial meningitis.'
Question 4 of 4
The nurse is reinforcing teaching concerning the use of a cromolyn sodium inhaler for a 10 year old asthma. Which would be an accurate concept to emphasize?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cromolyn sodium (C) is a prophylactic asthma med, used daily regardless of symptoms. Symptom-based (A), timing (B), or stopping (D) misuse it. Document: 'Used as a prophylactic… daily doses are prescribed.'