ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
Adolescent requesting testing for STIs
Question 1 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for an adolescent who is requesting testing for STIs. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verbal consent is sufficient for STI testing, as minors can consent per legal standards.
Extract:
5-month-old infant
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 5-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Head lag at 5 months suggests delayed motor development or neurological issues, requiring reporting.
Extract:
Toddler exposed to sun
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about the effects of sun exposure to a parent of a toddler. Which of the following responses by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A wide-brimmed hat protects against UV rays, reducing sunburn risk.
Extract:
10-month-old child following a head injury
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 10-month-old child who was brought to the emergency department by his parents following a head injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing respiratory status ensures airway and breathing stability, the priority in head injury cases.
Extract:
Four clients: adolescent with sickle cell anemia and slurred speech, adolescent in skin traction with pain level 7, toddler with osteomyelitis, toddler with partial-thickness burn
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing care for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Slurred speech in sickle cell anemia suggests a stroke, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate assessment.