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ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
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A child who has acute glomerulonephritis
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has acute glomerulonephritis. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Daily weight monitoring assesses fluid balance and kidney function, critical in acute glomerulonephritis. A, C, and D are important but not the immediate priority.
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An adolescent who has chronic glomerulonephritis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of an adolescent who has chronic glomerulonephritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated BUN indicates impaired kidney function, expected in chronic glomerulonephritis. A is incorrect as proteinuria is typical, B and C are normal and not specific to the condition.
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Question 3 of 5
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder characterized by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ADHD is defined by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. B, C, and D are incorrect: ADHD is treatable, learning is possible, and tiredness is not a primary feature.
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A 10-year-old who has an acute head injury, has a pediatric Glasgow coma score of 9, and is unconscious
Question 4 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.
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A school-age child whose blood glucose level is 280 mg/dL
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child whose blood glucose level is 280 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lethargy is expected with hyperglycemia (280 mg/dL) due to inadequate brain glucose. A, C, and D are more typical of hypoglycemia or other conditions.