ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client with a cervical spinal cord injury from a fall.
Question 1 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? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Cervical injuries may cause a weakened gag reflex, hyperthermia from autonomic dysfunction, and hypotension. Bowel sounds and polyuria are more associated with lower injuries.
Extract:
An older adult client with a new diagnosis of dementia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the family of an older adult client who has a new diagnosis of dementia. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dementia is progressive and irreversible, unlike sudden confusion (delirium) or altered consciousness. Fever or dehydration may worsen symptoms but aren't primary triggers.
Extract:
A client hospitalized with tetanus.
Question 3 of 5
When caring for the client hospitalized with tetanus, which of the following will the nurse include in the care plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Opioids address tetanus-related muscle spasms and pain, a primary intervention. Food handling, frequent meals, or distractions are less relevant.
Extract:
A client who is quadriplegic following a spinal cord injury, adjusting to the home environment.
Question 4 of 5
A home health nurse is caring for a client who is quadriplegic following a spinal cord injury and who is adjusting to the home environment. Which of the following client statements indicate the client is adapting?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using modified utensils and noting improvement shows adaptation. Reluctance to go out, preferring bed baths, or daily alcohol use suggest less effective coping.
Extract:
A client with a newly diagnosed spinal cord injury.
Question 5 of 5
When addressing the needs of a client with a newly diagnosed spinal cord injury, the nurse understands that which of the following are true about nutritional needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A high-calorie, high-protein diet within 3 days supports healing and prevents muscle wasting. NPO status, high fiber with low protein, or no protein are not standard practices.