ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
6-month-old infant
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a pediatric clinic is assessing a 6-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of a visual impairment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. Failure to fixate and follow by 6 months suggests visual impairment. A. Light reaction is normal. B. Symmetrical reflex shows alignment. D. Red reflex indicates healthy eyes.
Extract:
Toddlers receiving digoxin therapy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of toddlers receiving digoxin therapy. For which of the following toddlers should the nurse revise the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vomiting twice in an hour may signal digoxin toxicity, requiring plan revision. A. Pulse is normal (90-140/min). B. Potassium is normal. C. Digoxin level is therapeutic.
Extract:
Toddler after orchiopexy procedure
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing education to the parents of a toddler who is being discharged after an orchiopexy procedure. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Avoiding straddled toys for 2 weeks protects the surgical site. B. Full activity risks injury. C. Fertility isn’t guaranteed post-orchiopexy. D. Pain meds are often needed.
Extract:
Group of clients on a pediatric unit
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients on a pediatric unit. Which of the following clients is most at risk for insufficient vascular perfusion?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A spica cast restricts movement, risking circulation impairment. A. IV fluids don't typically affect perfusion. C. UTI affects urinary, not vascular, system. D. Otitis media is unrelated.
Extract:
Adolescent following scoliosis repair with spinal instrumentation
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning postoperative care for an adolescent following scoliosis repair with spinal instrumentation. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Logrolling maintains spinal alignment, critical post-surgery. B. 30° is too high; lower angles are safer. C. Ambulation at 12 hours is too soon. D. Liquids depend on bowel sounds, not a fixed time.