ATI RN
ATINur2708 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Child with hemiplegic cerebral palsy.
Question 1 of 5
A home health nurse is developing a plan of care for a child who has hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Which of the following goals is the priority for the nurse to include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A: Modifying the environment ensures safety and accessibility, critical for a child with hemiplegia to prevent falls or injuries, making it the priority.
Extract:
10-year-old with extensive partial and full-thickness burns of the head, neck, and chest.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a 10-year old child who has extensive partial and full-thickness burns of the head, neck, and chest. While planning the client's care, the nurse should identify which of the following risks as the priority for assessment and intervention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Airway obstruction is the priority due to burn-related swelling in the head and neck, which can rapidly compromise breathing.
Extract:
5-year-old child with meningitis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 5 year old child with meningitis. Which of the following signs or symptoms may indicate increased intracranial pressure in this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Headache and vomiting are classic signs of increased intracranial pressure in a 5-year-old with meningitis.
Extract:
Risks associated with the treatment of Rh Isoimmunization as in hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN).
Question 4 of 5
What are some risks associated with the treatment of Rh Isoimmunization as in hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN).
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A: Intrauterine transfusions risk premature labor. B: Incomplete treatment may worsen isoimmunization. C: Invasive procedures increase infection risk.
Extract:
Adolescent with congestive heart failure, taking digoxin daily, refused breakfast, complaining of nausea and weakness.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who has congestive heart failure and is taking digoxin daily. The client refused breakfast and is complaining of nausea and weakness. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C: Checking vital signs is the priority to assess for digoxin toxicity, which can cause nausea and weakness.