ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a family practice clinic is collecting data from a school-age child. Which of the following behavioral findings should the nurse identify as a possible indication of sexual abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Withdrawal may signal trauma like abuse. B, C, D are less specific.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who is postoperative following tetralogy of Fallot correction. Which of the following manifestations indicates the child is possibly experiencing decreased cardiac output?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diminished pulses suggest poor perfusion. A, B, D are normal findings.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who sustained a major burn injury 5 days ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of sepsis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disorientation indicates systemic infection affecting the brain. A, C, D are less specific.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the administration of an otic medication with the parent of a 2-year-old toddler. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Room temperature prevents discomfort. A, C, D are incorrect techniques.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to collect a stool specimen from an infant to check for the presence of ova and parasites. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swabbing is effective for ova detection. A, C, D risk contamination or inaccuracy.