ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
A child with acute epiglottitis
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is admitting a child who has acute epiglottitis. Which of the following action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Droplet isolation prevents transmission of Haemophilus influenzae, the common cause of epiglottitis, protecting others.
Extract:
An adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An HbA1c of 11.5% indicates poor long-term glucose control, posing significant risks for complications, making it the priority.
Extract:
An infant with patent ductus arteriosus
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has Patent ductus arteriosus. The nurse should identify that the defect is a switch of the following locations of the heart.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Patent ductus arteriosus involves an open connection between the aorta and pulmonary artery, failing to close post-birth.
Extract:
Identifying child abuse
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a group of nurses about identifying child abuse. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential indicator of child abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A mother's hesitation to comfort may suggest neglect or emotional abuse, warranting further assessment.
Extract:
A client with Hodgkin's lymphoma
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing an client who has Hodgkin's lymphoma. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Night sweats are a classic symptom of Hodgkin's lymphoma, often accompanied by fever and weight loss.