ATI RN
ATI Nur223g Pediatrics Sect 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A child with a suspected diagnosis of Wilms' tumor.
Question 1 of 5
A child is admitted with a suspected diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. The nurse should place a sign with which of the following warnings over the child's bed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wilms' tumor is a renal tumor, and palpating the abdomen could potentially cause the tumor to rupture and spread malignant cells.
Extract:
An infant who has severe dehydration from acute gastroenteritis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting an infant who has severe dehydration from acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 13% weight loss indicates severe dehydration, providing a direct measure of fluid loss in the infant.
Extract:
A 3-month-old admitted with severe diarrhea. Yesterday, the infant weighed 11 pounds (5 kg). Today, this infant weighs 9 pounds, 8 ounces (4.3 kg).
Question 3 of 5
A 3-month-old is admitted with severe diarrhea. Based on this information the nurse documents that the infant has:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A weight loss of 10% or more in infants within a short period is indicative of severe dehydration. The significant weight loss from 5 kg to 4.3 kg confirms this diagnosis.
Extract:
An infant who has cystic fibrosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is presenting an in-service about the use of postural drainage for infants who have cystic fibrosis. Which of the following positions should the nurse identify as being contraindicated for the infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Trendelenburg position is contraindicated for infants with cystic fibrosis because it can increase the risk of gastroesophageal reflux and aspiration.
Extract:
A school-age child who has a new diagnosis of asthma.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing education to a school-age child who has a new diagnosis of asthma. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding triggers that cause an asthma attack is crucial in asthma management and helps in preventing exacerbations.