ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam 3 Questions
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A toddler
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a toddler at a well-child visit. At what point in the physical examination should the nurse examine the child's tympanic membrane? (The child will likely view this as invasive and traumatic)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: At the end. This approach is recommended to build trust with the toddler and reduce anxiety. By examining the tympanic membrane at the end of the physical examination, the nurse allows the child to become comfortable with the process and the nurse's touch. This timing helps in minimizing the child's fear and resistance to the examination. Before auscultating the chest and abdomen (choice
B) or examining the head and neck (choice
D) may cause the child distress as these areas are more sensitive and may trigger fear in the child. Beginning with the examination of the tympanic membrane (choice
C) can heighten the child's anxiety and make the rest of the examination challenging.
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