ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in an urgent care clinic is contributing to the plan of care for a group of clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following clients will require parental consent prior to receiving treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Biopsy requires consent; A, B, D often allow minor consent per state laws.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a 15-year-old adolescent who has Streptococcus pneumonia. The nurse is collecting data on the adolescent 24 hr later. How should the nurse interpret the findings? For each finding, click to specify whether the finding is unrelated to the admitting diagnosis, an indication of potential improvement, or an indication of potential worsening condition.
| Options | Unrelated to Diagnosis | Indication of Potential Improvement | Indication of Potential Worsening condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| WBC count 17,000/mm3 | |||
| Steatorrhea | |||
| Oxygen saturation 95% on 1 L oxygen via nasal cannula | |||
| Barrel chest | |||
| Hemoptysis 300 mL | |||
| Respiratory rate 32/min |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D.E,F
Rationale: A: Improvement, B: Unrelated, C: Improvement, D: Unrelated, E: Worsening, F: Improvement. A. WBC drop from 22,000 to 17,000/mm3 shows improvement. B. Steatorrhea is unrelated, linked to cystic fibrosis, not pneumonia. C. 95% on less oxygen indicates improvement. D. Barrel chest is chronic, unrelated to acute pneumonia. E. Hemoptysis of 300 mL suggests worsening. F. Respiratory rate drop suggests improvement.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical records of a group of clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to local authorities?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spiral fracture suggests abuse in a non-mobile infant. A, C, D are less concerning.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has heart failure and is formula-fed. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate to meet the infant's nutritional needs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Thickening prevents regurgitation. A, B, C don't address heart failure needs.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a toddler who was admitted for acute diarrhea. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral rehydration is the priority for fluid replacement. A, B, C are secondary.