ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
An infant with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) using a Pavlik harness.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is caring for an infant who has developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). The nurse should include which of the following instructions in the teaching plan for the parents about the Pavlik harness?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking skin for redness/irritation prevents breakdown. Removing the harness, adjusting straps, or adding clothing risks misalignment or skin issues.
Extract:
Date formatting.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the correct way to write the date in the American format?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The American date format is month/day/year, so 2/20/2024 is correct for February 20, 2024.
Extract:
A child with sickle cell anemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is creating a plan of care for a child who has sickle cell anemia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observing for hypokalemia is critical due to hemolysis in sickle cell anemia. High fluid intake prevents crises. Meperidine risks neurotoxicity; morphine is preferred. Warm compresses, not cold, aid vasodilation.
Extract:
A preschooler receiving a vaccine.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a vaccine into the deltoid muscle of a preschooler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 1.8 mm needle is appropriate for a preschooler's deltoid. A 20-gauge needle is too large, the injection site is lower, and a 90-degree angle is used for intramuscular injections.
Extract:
A mother immediately following a stillbirth delivery.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a mother immediately following a stillbirth delivery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering private time with the newborn facilitates grief processing and bonding, the priority action. Medication, clergy, or transfer are secondary.