ATI RN
ATI Nur223g Pediatrics Sect 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following surgical repair of a cleft lip.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following surgical repair of a cleft lip. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Encouraging the parents to rock the infant provides comfort and soothes the baby without risking harm to the surgical site. Parental involvement also helps with bonding and emotional support during recovery.
Extract:
A child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shakiness is a common symptom of hypoglycemia, indicating that the parents understand the signs of low blood glucose levels.
Extract:
A newborn who has hydrocephalus.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has hydrocephalus. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilated scalp veins are a common manifestation of hydrocephalus in newborns due to increased intracranial pressure causing the skull to expand.
Extract:
A child who is experiencing a seizure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Positioning the child laterally (on their side) is important to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration during a seizure.
Extract:
A 6-year-old child who has bacterial meningitis.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a 6-year-old child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following nursing interventions is unnecessary in the client's plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Measuring head circumference every shift is not typically required for a 6-year-old with bacterial meningitis, as it is more relevant in infants where rapid head growth could indicate increased intracranial pressure.