ATI RN
ATI Custom Pediatric exam 1 Questions
Extract:
An infant who has respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of an infant who has respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), which of the following rooms should the nurse assign the infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: RSV spreads via droplets and contact, so a private room with contact/droplet precautions minimizes transmission risk, protecting other patients and staff.
Extract:
An infant who has Tetralogy of Fallot and is easily fatigued when eating
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has Tetralogy of Fallot and notes that the infant is easily fatigued when eating. Which defect is not present in this cardiac congenital malformation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Left ventricular hypertrophy is not a characteristic feature of Tetralogy of Fallot, which includes overriding aorta, pulmonary stenosis, ventricular septal defect, and right ventricular hypertrophy. Left ventricular hypertrophy is seen in conditions like hypertension or aortic stenosis.
Extract:
A hospitalized 2-year-old child who has a tantrum when a parent leaves
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized 2-year-old child who has a tantrum when a parent leaves. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the child a stuffed animal provides comfort and security, addressing the emotional distress of a 2-year-old during a parent's absence, which is age-appropriate and effective.
Extract:
A child who is to receive percussion, vibration, and postural drainage
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is to receive percussion, vibration, and postural drainage. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Administering albuterol first dilates the airways, enhancing the effectiveness of percussion, vibration, and postural drainage by facilitating secretion clearance.
Extract:
A toddler who has laryngotracheobronchitis
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has laryngotracheobronchitis. For which of the following findings should the nurse monitor to detect airway obstruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased restlessness indicates worsening respiratory distress and potential airway obstruction in laryngotracheobronchitis, requiring prompt intervention to ensure adequate oxygenation.