ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics Care of Newborn Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 13-month-old toddler who has a prescription for a urinary catheter. Which of the following urinary catheters should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A 5 French catheter is appropriate for a toddler to minimize urethral trauma. Larger sizes (10, 12, 14 French) risk discomfort or injury.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has a cleft palate and is having trouble bottle feeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A one-way flow valve bottle controls milk flow, aiding infants with cleft palate. Narrow nipples, frequent burping, or football hold are less specific to feeding challenges.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an 8-month-old infant. Which of the following findings indicates expected growth and development?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sitting unsupported by 8 months is expected. Bottle holding occurs earlier, palmar grasp fades by this age, and tongue thrust typically resolves by 6 months.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a child who is in status asthmaticus. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Albuterol rapidly relieves bronchospasm in status asthmaticus. Heliox, prednisone, and saline are secondary or not indicated as first-line treatments.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a child who is newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following guidelines should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A snack before activity prevents hypoglycemia. Increased carbs when sick requires guidance, bedtime snacks prevent overnight lows, and meals should balance nutrients, not focus on proteins.