ATI LPN
PN Pediatric Nursing Online Practice B Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which gastrointestinal defects often diagnosed shortly after birth should the nurse include in the assessment process of all newborns? Select one that does not apply.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Biliary atresia , Hirschsprung’s , and cleft palate are congenital and detectable early. Pyloric stenosis presents at 3-6 weeks, and Crohn’s develops later, not at birth.
Question 2 of 5
Which medication would the pediatric Rapid Response Team (RRT) not consider when caring for a child demonstrating acute respiratory distress?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Amoxicillin , an antibiotic, treats infection, not acute respiratory distress. Diphenhydramine , methylprednisone , and epinephrine address allergic or inflammatory causes.
Question 3 of 5
Which intervention is most important when feeding an infant with pyloric stenosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent burping (B) during feedings removes gas in pyloric stenosis, reducing vomiting risk. Quick feedings (A), discouraging parents (C), or stopping for vomiting (D) worsen outcomes. Document: 'The infant should be burped… to remove any gas accumulated in the stomach.'
Question 4 of 5
Upon observation, the nurse documents that the child has white patches on the tongue, inner lips, gums, and oral mucosa. The nurse expects that this symptom will respond well to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White oral patches suggest thrush, treated effectively with nystatin (B), an antifungal. Povan (A) treats pinworms, Tylenol (C) relieves pain, and soaks (D) are ineffective. Document: 'A thrush infection responds well to… nystatin.'
Question 5 of 5
Which physical evaluation technique should not be used when caring for a child diagnosed with a Wilm's tumor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Palpating the abdomen (B) risks dislodging a Wilms’ tumor, spreading malignancy. Other techniques (A, C, D) are safe. Document: 'Palpation of the abdomen could disturb the tumor and cause the malignancy to spread.'