ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
Extract:
A child who has a suspected diagnosis of bacterial meningitis
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has a suspected diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapid antibiotic administration is critical in bacterial meningitis to treat infection and prevent complications. A, C, and D are secondary to initiating treatment.
Extract:
A 10-year-old who has an acute head injury, has a pediatric Glasgow coma score of 9, and is unconscious
Question 2 of 5
Which interventions should the nurse include in the child's care plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head reduces intracranial pressure in head injury. B, C, and D are inappropriate for an unconscious child.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Evidence has demonstrated that we can do a great deal to prevent and minimize the occurrence of CTE (Concussion Traumatic Encephalopathy), damage due to repetitive head injuries. Which of the answers below are true:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Concussions can occur without loss of consciousness. B is false (not all concussions cause permanent damage), C is true but not the primary focus, and D is false (bleeding is not always present).
Extract:
A child who has autism spectrum disorder
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a special education program is planning care for a child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A flexible schedule incorporating the child's interests enhances engagement and reduces stress in autism spectrum disorder. A and B undermine structure, and D, while helpful, is less specific to schedule planning.
Extract:
A child with growth hormone deficiency (hypopituitarism) is being started on growth hormone therapy
Question 5 of 5
Nursing considerations should be based on knowledge of which of the following:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily subcutaneous injections are standard for growth hormone therapy, requiring education on technique. B, C, and D are not universally true: therapy duration varies, early treatment is optimal, and success is based on growth velocity, not just full stature.