ATI RN
ATINur2708 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
16-year-old adolescent collapsed after playing football on a hot day. Lab findings: Sodium 152 mEq/L, Potassium 3.6 mEq/L, Chloride 105 mEq/L, Glucose 102 mg/dL, BUN 18 mg/dL, Creatinine 0.7 mg/dL.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a 16-year old adolescent who collapsed after playing football on a hot day. After reviewing the admission laboratory findings, the nurse recognizes that these findings are consistent with which of the following conditions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D: Elevated sodium (152 mEq/L) indicates hypernatremia, consistent with dehydration from fluid loss in heat exposure.
Extract:
Child with type 2 diabetes.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following topics should be included in patient teaching for a child with type 2 diabetes?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Physical activity helps manage blood sugar. B: Monitoring blood sugar is critical for control. D: A balanced diet supports stable glucose levels.
Extract:
Client with a cervical spinal cord injury from a fall.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is monitoring a client who has a cervical spinal cord injury from a fall. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following complications?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Hypotension occurs in neurogenic shock from cervical injuries. B: Hyperthermia results from impaired temperature regulation. C: Weakened gag reflex increases aspiration risk. E: Absence of bowel sounds indicates paralytic ileus, a common complication.
Extract:
Risks associated with the treatment of Rh Isoimmunization as in hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN).
Question 4 of 5
What are some risks associated with the treatment of Rh Isoimmunization as in hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN).
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: A: Intrauterine transfusions risk premature labor. B: Incomplete treatment may worsen isoimmunization. C: Invasive procedures increase infection risk.
Extract:
Child in skeletal traction.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take when caring for a child in skeletal traction?
Correct Answer: E,F,G
Rationale: E: Neurovascular assessments detect complications like compartment syndrome. F: Monitoring for infection is critical at the traction site. G: Pain medication ensures comfort, supporting recovery.