ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 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: A biopsy typically requires parental consent for a 14-year-old, unlike STI testing, contraception, or prenatal care, which minors can often access independently.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a 24-month-old child. Which of the following developmental characteristics should the nurse consider when planning care for the child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Parallel play is typical at 24 months, where toddlers play beside but not with others. Questioning, sharing, and imaginary friends develop later.
Question 3 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: Feeding at the first hunger sign allows small, frequent meals, reducing heart workload. Firm nipples, thickening, or diluting worsen fatigue or nutrition.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft palate. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elbow immobilizers prevent hand-to-mouth contact, protecting the surgical site. Pacifiers, cleansing, or supine positioning risk healing disruption.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a child who has cystic fibrosis for chest physiotherapy. Which of the following times is appropriate for the nurse to administer bronchodilator therapy in relation to chest physiotherapy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bronchodilators immediately before physiotherapy open airways, enhancing mucus clearance. Other timings reduce effectiveness.