ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam NUrs 150 exam 3 Swaml Questions
Extract:
A 6-month-old infant who has a prescription for clear liquids by mouth after a repair of an intussusception
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant who has a prescription for clear liquids by mouth after a repair of an intussusception. Which of the following fluids should the nurse select for the infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral electrolyte solution provides balanced electrolytes and glucose, safe for post-intussusception recovery. Formula, juice, and water risk complications.
Extract:
An infant who has gastroesophageal reflux
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of an infant who has gastroesophageal reflux. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the infant upright after feedings uses gravity to reduce reflux. Side-lying increases SIDS risk, thickening formula is secondary, and breast milk is preferred.
Extract:
A client who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is admitting a client who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take to prevent aspiration? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Withholding fluids until the gag reflex returns, suctioning the nasopharynx, and administering antiemetics prevent aspiration by ensuring airway protection and reducing vomiting. Humidifiers aid comfort, not aspiration prevention, and chest physiotherapy risks bleeding.
Extract:
A school-aged child who has been hospitalized with gastroenteritis
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to develop a plan of care for a school-aged child who has been hospitalized with gastroenteritis. Which of the following conditions and client findings should the nurse identify that the child has developed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vomiting, melena, and weak pulses indicate dehydration and hypovolemic shock from gastroenteritis. Other conditions have distinct symptoms not present here.
Extract:
A 2-month-old infant who is hungry more than usual but is projectile vomiting immediately after eating
Question 5 of 5
A parent calls a clinic and reports to a nurse that his 2-month-old infant is hungry more than usual but is projectile vomiting immediately after eating. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Projectile vomiting suggests pyloric stenosis, requiring immediate evaluation. Rehydration solutions may worsen dehydration, burping doesn’t address obstruction, and formula changes are irrelevant.