ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
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School-age child with heart failure taking furosemide
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who has heart failure and is taking furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased peripheral edema shows furosemide's diuretic effect, reducing fluid buildup in heart failure.
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5-year-old child following a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child following a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Continuous swallowing suggests bleeding, as the child swallows blood from the surgical site.
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2-month-old infant with developmental dysplasia of the hip and Pavlik harness
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a 2-month-old infant who has developmental dysplasia of the hip and has a prescription for a Pavlik harness. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing the diaper under the straps ensures proper harness function and hygiene, per standard care instructions.
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Adolescent with sickle cell anemia
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an adolescent who has sickle cell anemia. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PCV13 protects against pneumococcal infections, critical for immunocompromised sickle cell patients.
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Child with osteomyelitis
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has osteomyelitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A patent IV catheter ensures delivery of antibiotics, essential for treating osteomyelitis.