ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
School-age child undergoing cranial nerve assessment
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child's cranial nerve function. Which of the following actions should the nurse ask the child to take when assessing the accessory nerve?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shrugging shoulders tests the accessory nerve's control of the trapezius muscle.
Extract:
Child with acute epiglottitis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is admitting a child who has acute epiglottitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Droplet precautions prevent the spread of epiglottitis, caused by Haemophilus influenzae.
Extract:
Toddler receiving prescribed medication with parent nearby
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a prescribed medication to a toddler whose parent is nearby. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to identify the toddler?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking the ID band against the medical record ensures accurate patient identification.
Extract:
School-age child undergoing cranial nerve assessment
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child's cranial nerve function. Which of the following actions should the nurse ask the child to take when assessing the accessory nerve?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shrugging shoulders tests the accessory nerve's control of the trapezius muscle.
Extract:
Preschool-age child with heart failure
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching home care to the parents of a preschool-age child who has heart failure. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rest periods conserve energy, reducing strain on the heart in children with heart failure.