ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Assessment 2022 Questions
Extract:
A child who is 2 hr postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following fluid items should the nurse offer the child at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Crushed ice soothes the throat and prevents bleeding without irritation. A and D are acidic, and C may coat the throat, risking complications.
Extract:
A child diagnosed with rubeola (measles)
Question 2 of 5
The nurse caring for a child diagnosed with rubeola (measles) notes that the pediatrician has documented the presence of Koplik's spots. On the basis of this documentation, which observation is expected?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Koplik's spots are small blue-white spots with a red base on the buccal mucosa, a hallmark of measles. A, C, and D describe unrelated findings.
Extract:
A child who appears extremely ill with a high fever, unable to control their oral secretions, with voice hoarseness and inspiratory stridor and inspiratory sternal retractions while breathing
Question 3 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a child who appears extremely ill with a high fever, unable to control their oral secretions, with voice hoarseness and inspiratory stridor and inspiratory sternal retractions while breathing. The nurse suspects epiglottitis. Which would the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epiglottitis is a medical emergency requiring immediate airway management. Contacting the physician for an advanced airway is critical. B, C, and D may delay care or worsen obstruction.
Extract:
A 9-year-old child newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus
Question 4 of 5
A parent of a 9-year-old child newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus is very concerned about the child participating in social events at school. The nurse creating a plan of care would formulate which goals to address these concerns? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: All options are correct. A: Integrating diabetes care into daily activities ensures social participation. B: Discussing the illness promotes understanding. C: Coping mechanisms manage anxiety. D: Communication with school staff supports the child's environment. E: Maintaining growth and development ensures normalcy.
Extract:
A 2 month-old-child with left-sided congestive heart failure
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is collecting data on a 2 month-old-child with left-sided congestive heart failure. Which clinical manifestation would support this diagnosis of left-sided congestive heart failure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shortness of breath results from pulmonary congestion in left-sided heart failure. A, B, and D are more typical of right-sided heart failure.