ATI LPN
Pediatric Nursing ATI Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should suspect meningitis if a child has
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All D are meningitis signs, per document p60, 2.
Question 2 of 5
Nurses caring for children with gastrointestinal conditions must be aware of the signs and symptoms of moderate dehydration. Which of the following is NOT a sign of moderate dehydration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Moderate dehydration includes 5-10% weight loss , capillary refill >2 seconds , and sunken fontanel . Moderate thirst is mild dehydration; severe thirst occurs in moderate cases.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is discussing the pediatric unit's playroom with a child's family. What statement by the parent indicates an understanding of the use of the playroom?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The playroom is for recreation , promoting normalcy and stress relief, not medical tasks (A, B, C).
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is not a common symptom of early shock?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early shock features oliguria, not polyuria , due to decreased perfusion. Hypotension , hypovolemia , and mental changes are typical.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following would be done to correct the hypospadias in a newborn?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypospadias, a urethral opening defect, requires surgical repair before 18 months (C) for optimal outcomes. It doesn’t self-correct (A), preschool age (B) is too late, and repair doesn’t increase cancer risk (D). Document: 'Treatment for hypospadias consists of surgical repair… usually performed before 18 months.'