ATI LPN
Pediatric Dosing Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 4
Which essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy? (Select ONE that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wintergreen (A) and anise (C) are contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential uterine stimulation or toxicity. Jasmine (B), lavender (D), and peppermint (E, not listed) are generally safe. Document: 'Some essential oils… contraindicated… include anise… wintergreen.'
Question 2 of 4
The nurse would caution parents that massage should not be considered as an alternative therapy for a child with:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Massage risks cervical spine injury in Down syndrome (C) due to instability. Fractures (A), diabetes (B), and eating disorders (D) have no such contraindication. Document: 'Children with Down syndrome… may be injured by massage therapy.'
Question 3 of 4
The physical assessment technique that the nurse would omit in caring for a 2-year-old who has a Wilms' tumor is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Abdominal palpation (B) risks spreading Wilms’ tumor cells. Other techniques (A, C, D) are safe. Document: 'Palpation of the abdomen could disturb the tumor and cause the malignancy to spread.'
Question 4 of 4
Diuresis has not occurred on a child with nephrotic syndrome after a month on corticosteroids. What protocol can the nurse encourage to bring about diuresis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cyclophosphamide (D), an immunosuppressant, induces diuresis in steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. Ibuprofen (A), furosemide (B), and ciprofloxacin (C) don’t address the underlying issue. Document: 'A potent antisuppressant such as Cytoxan can bring about diuresis.'