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ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
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Child with epiglottitis due to Haemophilus influenzae type B
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has epiglottitis due to an infection with Haemophilus influenzae type B. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A. Droplet precautions prevent spread of Hib. B. IV access allows rapid treatment. D. Monitoring oxygen saturation detects respiratory distress. C. Inspecting risks airway obstruction. E. Throat culture is risky and deferred.
Extract:
12-month-old infant up-to-date with current immunization schedule
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer recommended immunizations to a 12-month-old infant who is up-to-date with the current schedule. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse plan to administer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A,C. A. Varicella first dose is given at 12-15 months. C. MMR first dose is given at 12-15 months. B. HPV starts at 11-12 years. D. Rotavirus series ends by 8 months. E. Herpes zoster is for older adults.
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School-age child with a maintenance prescription for prednisone following an acute asthma attack
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a school-age child who has a maintenance prescription for prednisone following an acute asthma attack. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Mood swings are a known side effect of prednisone. A. Withholding prednisone risks worsening asthma. C. Weekly blood tests aren’t routine. D. Prednisone typically increases appetite.
Extract:
Preschooler who had a tonsillectomy
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardian of a preschooler who had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Frequent swallowing may indicate bleeding, requiring prompt reporting. A. Straws risk dislodging clots. C. Throat clearing can cause bleeding. D. Dark brown blood is less urgent than bright red.
Extract:
Infant after surgical repair of a cleft palate
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardians of an infant who is being discharged after surgical repair of a cleft palate. Which of the following educational topics should the nurse include in the discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Antibiotic ointment prevents infection at the suture line. A. Elbow restraints aren’t typical. C. Straws risk suture disruption. D. Crusts aid healing but aren’t the key topic.