ATI LPN
Emergency Pediatric Care Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
You receive a call from the 911 call center regarding ongoing resuscitation efforts for a pediatric trauma. The patient and his family were in a MVC rollover on a rural highway. Resuscitation efforts have been in progress for 45 minutes on a pulseless 3-year-old boy with diffuse abdominal bruising who appeared to have been an unrestrained backseat passenger and who was ejected from the vehicle in which he had been riding. The patient's location is 90 minutes from the nearest facility. What are your recommendations for the EMS crew?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prolonged resuscitation (>30-45 min) without ROSC in traumatic arrest, especially with severe injuries, justifies termination per guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing a child with a traumatic injury, which of the following would be the priority assessment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Airway patency is the top priority in trauma assessment per the ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation).
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 10-month-old infant with signs of respiratory distress. Which is the best way to maintain this child's airway?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inserting a small towel under the shoulders helps maintain an open airway in infants by aligning the airway properly.
Question 4 of 5
A home care nurse provides health education to parents regarding the care of their toddler. Which of the following precautions should the nurse suggest the parents take to protect the toddler from drowning?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding unattended baths is a practical and direct precaution to prevent drowning in toddlers.
Question 5 of 5
An unconscious client is brought to the emergency department after ingesting too much prescribed medication. Which of the following is the highest priority nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Establishing a patent airway is the highest priority to ensure oxygenation in an unconscious overdose patient.