ATI LPN
Care During Pediatric Emergencies Questions
Question 1 of 5
You are reviewing the protocols implemented during your department's care for pediatric trauma patients. You would like to standardize the process your ambulance crews use to determine which facility to go to. You have one local level 2 pediatric trauma center that is relatively distant from your area and one local and much closer adult trauma center. What is of paramount importance when you recommend patient transport?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High mechanism injuries require rapid transport to the nearest suitable trauma center, balancing proximity and capability.
Question 2 of 5
A 3-year-old boy has been brought to the doctor's office with symptoms of anorexia and abdominal pain. A blood test reveals a lead level of 20 μg/100 mL. The child is prescribed an oral chelating agent. On discharge, the nurse should counsel the parents regarding which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lead poisoning in children often results from ingesting flaking lead-based paint, so removing or covering it is critical.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be appropriate for teaching interventions for a single mother who leaves her toddler unattended in the bathtub?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leaving a toddler unattended in the bathtub poses a significant risk for drowning, making 'Risk for Suffocation' the most appropriate diagnosis.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following challenges will the nurse need to address first for a victim who has arrived in the emergency department?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Addressing hypoxia first is critical as it directly impacts tissue oxygenation, aligning with the ABC priority of airway and breathing.
Question 5 of 5
The parents of a 7-month-old boy with a broken arm agree on how the accident happened. Which account would lead the nurse to suspect child abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 7-month-old is unlikely to roll off a changing table independently, raising suspicion of abuse if the story doesn't align with developmental ability.