ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a child who has pertussis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pertussis (whooping cough) is transmitted via respiratory droplets.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an assistive personnel (AP) about counting the respiratory rate for a 1-month-old infant. Which of the following statements by the AP indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In infants respiration is primarily diaphragmatic making abdominal movements a reliable indicator of respiratory rate.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who has epiglottitis from a streptococcal infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This helps to keep the airways moist and can provide some relief and improve oxygenation.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include In the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: People with diabetes are at higher risk for complications from influenza so annual vaccination is recommended.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old child. The child's provider has ordered a diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) vaccine to be administered. Which of the following should cause the nurse to question the administration of this vaccine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A high fever following a previous dose of DTaP may indicate a severe reaction.