ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
3-day-old newborn suspected of Hirschsprung disease.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 3-day-old newborn and suspects Hirschsprung disease. What finding best supports the nurse's concern?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failure to pass meconium within 24-48 hours is a classic sign of Hirschsprung disease due to intestinal blockage.
Extract:
Newborn with hypospadias.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the treatment plan with the parents of a newborn with hypospadias. Which statement should the nurse include in the teaching when describing this disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Delaying circumcision preserves foreskin for surgical repair of hypospadias.
Extract:
School-age client diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age client diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome. What changes indicates recovery in a client with this syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absence of proteinuria indicates kidney function recovery, a key sign of nephrotic syndrome resolution.
Extract:
Newborn admitted with myelomeningocele.
Question 4 of 5
A newborn has been admitted to the intensive care unit with a diagnosis of myelomeningocele. The nurse could expect which of the following with the disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Myelomeningocele causes lower extremity paralysis due to spinal cord involvement.
Extract:
14-year-old client with celiac disease.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old client diagnosed with celiac disease. The nurse knows that the client understands the diet instructions when they request which of the following meals?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cheese, banana, rice cakes, and milk are gluten-free, suitable for celiac disease.