ATI RN
ATI Maternal Newborn Exam NUR 200 Questions
Extract:
Infant with 2-day history of vomiting and elevated temperature
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the most reliable indicator of fluid loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Body weight is the most reliable indicator of fluid loss, directly reflecting changes in fluid balance in infants.
Extract:
Preschooler's developmental task
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is explaining to parents that the preschooler's developmental task is focused on the development of initiative rather than guilt. What is a priority intervention the nurse might recommend for parents of preschoolers to stimulate initiative?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rewarding initiative encourages preschoolers to explore and build confidence, aligning with Erikson's initiative vs. guilt stage.
Extract:
7-month-old girl at a well-child visit
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 7-month-old girl during a well-child visit. Which intervention is most appropriate for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Advising on increased caloric needs is relevant as 7-month-olds transition to solid foods, supporting nutritional development.
Extract:
Children on the pediatric ward
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing heart rate for children on the pediatric ward. What is a normal finding based on developmental age?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An infant's heart rate of 90 bpm falls within the normal range of 70-150 bpm, unlike the other options which indicate tachycardia or bradycardia.
Extract:
Infant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing health promotion teaching to the parents of an infant. Which of the following conditions should the nurse identify as the leading cause of death among this age group?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death among infants aged 1 month to 1 year, often occurring during sleep.