ATI LPN
ATI NS122 Pediatrics Monroe College NY PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who had an incident of bedwetting during hospitalization. The child's parents expresses concern about the incident. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: I know this can be embarrassing. I have kids myself so I understand, and it doesn't bother me.' This response acknowledges the child's feelings and reassures the parents that bedwetting is a common occurrence, especially during hospitalization. It also demonstrates empathy by sharing a personal experience. However, it may not address the parents' concerns about their child's bedwetting or provide information on how to manage it. 'Children who are hospitalized often regress. The toileting skills will return when your child is feeling better.' This response provides an explanation for the bedwetting incident, reassuring the parents that it is a common response to hospitalization and will likely resolve once the child feels better. It offers support and normalization of the behavior, which can help alleviate the parents' concerns. 'I will discuss your child's loss of bladder control with the provider.' This response indicates that the nurse will address the issue with the healthcare provider, which is appropriate if further evaluation or intervention is needed. However, it may not directly address the parents' concerns or provide immediate reassurance. 'Why is she wetting the bed in the hospital? She must wet the bed at home.' This response may come across as accusatory or judgmental, which can increase parental anxiety or guilt. It does not provide reassurance or support to the parents and does not address the child's immediate needs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parents of a preschooler who has atopic dermatitis. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: You will need to take the entire prescription of antibiotics even if your symptoms improve.' Atopic dermatitis is not typically treated with antibiotics, as it is not caused by a bacterial infection.
Therefore, this statement is not relevant and would not be included in the teaching. 'The doctor will remove the lesions with liquid nitrogen.' Liquid nitrogen is not typically used to remove lesions associated with atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis lesions are usually managed with topical treatments and other measures to reduce inflammation and itching.
Therefore, this statement is not accurate and would not be included in the teaching. 'The doctor might recommend an antihistamine to help control your symptoms.' Antihistamines may be prescribed to help relieve itching associated with atopic dermatitis. Itching is a common symptom of atopic dermatitis, and antihistamines can help reduce this symptom.
Therefore, this statement is relevant and would be included in the teaching. 'You can relieve your child's discomfort by applying warm compresses to the lesions.' Warm compresses can exacerbate itching associated with atopic dermatitis by increasing blood flow.
Question 3 of 5
When assessing a child with Wilm's tumor, the nurse should keep in mind that it is most important to avoid which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring the child's chest circumference: Measuring the chest circumference may not directly aid in the assessment of Wilm's tumor. While it's important for assessing respiratory conditions or monitoring growth, it's not a primary assessment for Wilm's tumor, which primarily affects the abdomen. Palpating the child's abdomen: This is an essential action in assessing for Wilm's tumor. The nurse should carefully palpate the abdomen to check for any masses, swelling, or tenderness, as these could be indicative of the tumor. Measuring the child's occipitofrontal circumference: This measurement pertains to the head circumference and is not directly related to the assessment of Wilm's tumor. While it's important for monitoring head growth and development, it's not a priority when assessing for Wilm's tumor. Placing the child in an upright position: Placing the child in an upright position may be necessary for certain assessments or procedures, but it's not directly related to assessing for Wilm's tumor. The focus should primarily be on abdominal assessment and palpation to detect any signs of the tumor.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a school-age child who has moderate partial-thickness burns on both lower extremities. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain management is critical for burn care, especially before activities like physical therapy that can be painful. Administering pain medication 30 minutes before therapy helps ensure the child is more comfortable and able to participate effectively in rehabilitation. This is a recommended intervention. While involving the child in decisions about their care can promote autonomy and improve adherence, the schedule for burn care and therapy should be based on medical needs and healing processes rather than the child's preference. Care schedules should be designed to optimize healing and manage pain effectively. Burn patients typically have increased nutritional needs due to the high metabolic demands of healing. High-calorie, protein-rich snacks are usually recommended to support wound healing and overall recovery, rather than low-calorie options. Maintain medical asepsis during dressing changes: For burn care, maintaining sterile technique is critical to prevent infection. Medical asepsis is generally not sufficient; sterile technique is required for dressing changes to reduce the risk of infection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is having a tonic-clonic seizure and vomiting. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Move the child into a side-lying position: This action is crucial during a seizure with vomiting to prevent aspiration. Placing the child on their side helps ensure that any vomit can easily exit the mouth and reduces the risk of choking or aspiration into the lungs. Place a pillow under the child's head: While providing comfort is important, it is not the priority during a seizure with vomiting. Placing a pillow under the child's head might elevate the head slightly, but it doesn't address the risk of aspiration, which is the primary concern. Time the seizure: Timing the seizure is important for documentation and to monitor the duration of the seizure. However, it is not the priority during the active phase of the seizure, especially when vomiting is occurring. Remove the child's eyeglasses: Removing the child's eyeglasses is not a priority during a seizure with vomiting. While it's important to prevent injury, particularly to the eyes, during a seizure, the immediate concern is addressing the risk of aspiration caused by vomiting.