ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Study Guide Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be the best play activity for a 6-month-old infant to provide tactile stimulation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Splashing in the bath provides tactile stimulation for a 6-month-old infant as they can feel the water, enhancing their sensory experience.
Question 2 of 5
A newborn is delivered at 30 weeks gestation and requires respiratory support. Which intervention is most effective in preventing respiratory distress syndrome?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Surfactant replacement therapy is the most effective treatment for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in preterm infants, reducing alveolar collapse and improving gas exchange. It is often given via endotracheal tube soon after birth.
Question 3 of 5
One of the following is an aggravating factor for asthma
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastroesophageal reflux can exacerbate asthma symptoms by triggering bronchoconstriction and airway inflammation.
Question 4 of 5
Which factor influences social stratification?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Education level is a significant factor in social stratification, as it affects an individual's opportunities for employment and socioeconomic status.
Question 5 of 5
A 10-year-old child with a history of asthma presents to your office sleepy, with a respiratory rate of 40, marked intercostal retractions, and few wheezes. Of the following, which is the best mode of transport to the local emergency department, which is 10 minutes away?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An ALS ambulance is needed due to the child's respiratory distress, which requires advanced airway management and potential medication administration.