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ATI Nurs 150 Pediatric Final Exam 0924 Cohort Questions
Extract:
An adolescent with a lateral curvature of the spine
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with a routine physical examination of an adolescent. The provider observes a lateral curvature of the spine. The nurse should expect the provider to document which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scoliosis is a lateral spine curvature. Kyphosis is an outward curvature, torticollis is neck tilting, and lordosis is an inward curvature.
Extract:
A child with suspected acute rheumatic fever
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is obtaining a health history from a child who has suspected acute rheumatic fever. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A recent sore throat suggests a streptococcal infection, a common precursor to rheumatic fever. Congenital defects, injuries, and aspirin use are less relevant.
Extract:
A child in the PICU
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child in the PICU. To prevent pressure ulcers, which intervention should the nurse include in the child's plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Posting a turning schedule ensures consistent repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers. Draw sheets aid turning, vigorous massage can damage skin, and turning every 2 hours is preferred.
Extract:
An infant who has heart failure
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a parent of an infant who has heart failure about meeting the infant's nutritional needs. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing the infant to feed at their own pace prevents exhaustion due to poor cardiac function in heart failure. Limiting crying, strict feeding schedules, or adding Polycose without guidance are not appropriate.
Extract:
A 24-month-old toddler who is in the 50th percentile for height and weight
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching about safety recommendations for car seats with the parents of a 24-month- old toddler who is in the 50th percentile for height and weight. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rear-facing car seats are recommended until the child reaches the seat’s height/weight limit, providing better crash protection. Booster seats are for older children, and front-seat placement is unsafe.