ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatics Exam Questions
Extract:
Medical History
Nurses Notes
Infant has been feeding poorly and has had difficulty gaining weight. Admitted for feeding support and management.
Infant has Tetralogy of Fallot.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of an infant who has congenital heart disease.
| Options | Indicated.Contraindicated |
|---|---|
| Place the infant in a knee-chest position. | |
| Administer morphine via IV bolus. | |
| Provide 100% oxygen by face mask. | |
| Request a prescription for a diuretic. | |
| Perform nasopharyngeal suctioning for a maximum of 5 seconds. | |
| Prepare to assist with the insertion of a chest tube. |
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: The knee-chest position morphine and oxygen are indicated for managing tet spells in Tetralogy of Fallot to improve oxygenation and reduce symptoms.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer vaccines to a 4-month-old Infant. Which of the following vaccines should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The rotavirus vaccine is recommended for infants at 2 4 and possibly 6 months of age.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has Hirschsprung disease. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hirschsprung disease is characterized by a lack of nerve cells in parts of the colon, leading to obstruction and resulting in narrow ribbon-like stool.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft lip and palate. The surgeon prescribes restraints. The nurse should apply which of the following types of restraints to the infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elbow restraints prevent the infant from bending their arms keeping them from touching their face and disrupting the surgical site.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Night splints help maintain joint position and function during sleep, preventing contractures and deformities. This is a common intervention in managing juvenile rheumatoid arthritis to ensure proper joint alignment and minimize pain and stiffness.