ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has had diarrhea for 3 days. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A stool culture identifies the cause of diarrhea (e.g., infection), guiding treatment. Weekly weighing, NPO status, or apple juice (which worsens diarrhea) are inappropriate for acute management.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suctioning in 3-4 second increments minimizes airway trauma and hypoxia. A snug catheter, saline instillation, and clean technique are incorrect or risky for tracheostomy care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a 2-year-old toddler during a well-child visit. For which of the following findings should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Only six teeth at age 2 indicates a developmental delay, as most children have 16 teeth by this age. Other findings align with normal 2-year-old milestones.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of an adolescent client who is in skeletal traction for the treatment of a fractured femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Padding pin sites prevents pressure injuries and infection, crucial in traction care. ROM frequency, fiber reduction, and lifting weights are incorrect or contraindicated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has a new prescription for continuous pulse oximetry monitoring. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Warming the skin improves circulation for accurate pulse oximetry readings, especially in children. Frequent repositioning, taping to the palm, or nail placement are less effective or incorrect.