ATI RN
Essential of Pediatric Nursing Test Bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the ff nursing interventions should a nurse perform when caring for a client with congestive heart failure who has decreased cardiac output?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Decreased cardiac output is a serious concern in clients with congestive heart failure. By assessing the apical heart rate before administering digitalis, the nurse can monitor the client's cardiac status and prevent possible complications such as digitalis toxicity. Digitalis is a medication commonly used to improve cardiac output in clients with heart failure, but it can also cause harm if given inappropriately, especially if the client's heart rate is already low. Monitoring the client's apical heart rate before giving digitalis helps ensure that the medication is safely administered and that the client's cardiac status is closely monitored. This intervention is crucial in the care of clients with congestive heart failure to optimize patient safety and outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
What dietary advice should the nurse give to clients with HIV/AIDS?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It is important for clients with HIV/AIDS to maintain a balanced diet that includes a variety of healthy foods to help support their immune system and overall health. While it may be beneficial for them to increase their intake of certain vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and zinc, it is generally recommended to get these nutrients from food sources rather than supplements. In fact, there is no evidence to support the routine use of trace elements and antioxidant supplements in individuals with HIV/AIDS. It is always best to consult with a healthcare provider or a dietitian for tailored dietary advice based on individual needs and health status.
Question 3 of 5
HIV antibody testing procedures using a finger stick or venipuncture to obtain whole blood, plasma, or serum, and tests using oral fluid were approved. All the following regarding this test are true EXCEPT
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A positive result from rapid HIV tests still requires confirmation with more specific tests like Western blot or immunofluorescence assay.
Question 4 of 5
You are discussing failure to thrive (FTT) with medical students. You mention that FTT is most often used to describe malnutrition related to environmental or psychosocial causes. An important statement that should be included in your discussion is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Crossing percentile lines on a growth chart indicates a significant deviation from the child's previous growth trajectory, which is a key indicator of potential FTT.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is using the FLACC scale to rate the pain level in a 9-month-old. Which is the nurse's best response to the father's question of what the FLACC scale is?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The FLACC scale uses observable behavioral and physical responses (facial expression, leg movement, activity, cry, and consolability) to estimate pain.