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ATI Nurs 150 Pediatric Final Exam 0924 Cohort Questions
Extract:
A child who has been physically abused by a family member
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has been physically abused by a family member. Which of the following statements should the nurse say to the child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reassuring the child that the abuse is not their fault alleviates guilt. Discussing with family may be unsafe, blaming family is unhelpful, and promising confidentiality violates mandatory reporting.
Extract:
A 2-year old with acute onset of Type 1 diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis
Question 2 of 5
A 2-year old is admitted to the pediatric with acute onset of Type 1 diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis. Diabetic ketoacidosis results from an excessive accumulation of which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: DKA results from insulin deficiency, leading to fat breakdown and ketone body accumulation, causing acidosis. Bicarbonate release, potassium excretion, and elevated insulin are not causes.
Extract:
A group of females who are pregnant
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching about neural tube defects to a group of females who are pregnant. Which of the following disease processes should the nurse include as an example of a neural tube defect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Spina bifida is a neural tube defect due to incomplete neural tube closure. Cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and hydrocephalus are not NTDs.
Extract:
A toddler who drinks a quart of milk a day and has a poor appetite for solid foods
Question 4 of 5
A parent tells a nurse that her toddler drinks a quart of milk a day and has a poor appetite for solid foods. The nurse should explain that the toddler is at risk for which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Excessive milk consumption can lead to iron deficiency anemia due to low iron content and reduced iron absorption from other foods.
Extract:
Children requiring treatment for pediculosis capitis
Question 5 of 5
A school nurse conducting a screening for pediculosis capitis identifies several children who require treatment. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the children's parents?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sealing non-washable items in airtight bags for two weeks kills lice and nits. Insecticides on surfaces, pet inspections, and alcohol soaking are ineffective.