ATI RN
ATI Custom SP23 N23 N240 Exam 3 Ch 11 24 32 43 44 Questions
Extract:
A child who has nephrotic syndrome
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Facial edema is a hallmark of nephrotic syndrome due to protein loss causing fluid retention. Smokey urine, hypertension, and polyuria are not primary symptoms.
Extract:
A child with pediculosis capitis
Question 2 of 5
A school nurse is assessing a child for pediculosis capitis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse recognize as an indication of this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Firmly attached white particles (nits) are a definitive sign of pediculosis capitis. Itching is common but less specific, yellow crusts suggest impetigo, and hair loss indicates other conditions like tinea capitis.
Extract:
A preschooler with a calcium level of 8.0 mg/dL
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a preschooler who has a calcium level of 8.0 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypocalcemia (8.0 mg/dL) causes muscle tremors due to nerve excitability. Positive (not negative) Chvostek's sign, dry membranes, and polyuria aren't typical.
Extract:
An infant requiring chest compressions
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to begin chest compressions on an infant. The nurse should perform compressions using which of the following techniques?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compressions at 1/3 chest depth (about 4 cm) ensure circulation without injury in infants. Above nipple line, one hand, or 5 cm depth are incorrect for infant CPR.
Extract:
A 3-year-old child who weighs 33 lb with 160 mL of urine output over 8 hours
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 3-year-old child who has had 160 mL of urine output over the past 8-hour period. The child weighs 33 lb. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Urine output of 160 mL over 8 hours for a 15 kg (33 lb) child is within normal (1-2 mL/kg/hr, or 120-240 mL). Continued monitoring is appropriate; notifying the provider, scanning, or rehydrating isn't indicated.