ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Child allergic to insect stings stung by a bee.
Question 1 of 5
A child allergic to insect stings presents to the school nurse stating, 'A bee stung me on the playground.' Which action by the school nurse should be prioritized?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assessing airway and breathing is critical due to the risk of anaphylaxis in a child with a known insect sting allergy.
Extract:
17-year-old female seeking rubella immunization.
Question 2 of 5
A 17-year-old well-female has come to the clinic to get a rubella immunization that is required by the college she plans to attend. Before administering this immunization, the client should have which screening or test?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A pregnancy test is necessary as rubella vaccine, a live vaccine, could harm a fetus.
Extract:
13-year-old 2 days post-operative from laparoscopic appendectomy, 37.1°C, pain 3/10, diminished breath sounds in lower lobes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old who is 2 days post-operative from a laparoscopic appendectomy. Upon assessment, the nurse notes the following vital signs: 37,1°C (98.8°F), a pain rating of 3 out of 10, and breath sounds are diminished in the lower lobes. What action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Incentive spirometry improves lung expansion, addressing diminished breath sounds and preventing atelectasis.
Extract:
Infant with diaper dermatitis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has diaper dermatitis. What is an appropriate action for the nurse to take when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exposing the affected area to air reduces moisture and irritation, aiding in diaper dermatitis management.
Extract:
Newborn with phenylketonuria (PKU).
Question 5 of 5
The caregiver whose newborn was newly diagnosed with phenylketonuria (PKU) has questions about the disorder. Which statement made by the nurse is correct regarding PKU?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Untreated PKU leads to severe cognitive deficits due to phenylalanine accumulation, preventable with early treatment.