ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child and suspects the child has experienced physical maltreatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reassuring the child it's not their fault supports emotional safety and trust, vital in suspected abuse cases. Blaming or promising secrecy contradicts care and reporting duties.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of an infant who has a new diagnosis of heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse include as an expected manifestation of this disease?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tachycardia compensates for reduced cardiac output in heart failure, a common finding. Hypertension, increased urine, and bounding pulses are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent client who has a new diagnosis of lactose intolerance. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rice milk is lactose-free, making it a suitable alternative to cow's milk for lactose intolerance. Yogurt may still contain lactose, increasing lactose is counterproductive, and calcium-fortified juice is beneficial.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing a child who has suspected bacterial meningitis for a lumbar puncture. Which of the following cerebrospinal fluid findings supports the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated total protein in CSF supports bacterial meningitis due to increased blood-brain barrier permeability. Decreased WBCs, elevated glucose, and low pressure contradict typical findings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who has asthma. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Children with asthma are at higher risk for pneumococcal infections, making immunization recommended. Salmeterol is for maintenance, not acute exacerbations, and sports should be encouraged with proper asthma control.