ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Comparing pedal pulses is crucial post-lower extremity surgery to detect compromised circulation, a priority to prevent complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the admission prescriptions for a 6-year-old child who has cystic fibrosis. For which of the following prescriptions should the nurse contact the child's provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Airway clearance therapy should follow bronchodilators to enhance effectiveness, as bronchodilators open airways first.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to insert an IV into the arm of an infant. Which of the following types of restraint should the nurse use?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A swaddle wrap keeps an infant calm and still during IV insertion, appropriate for this age group.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child following a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Continuous swallowing can indicate bleeding at the surgical site, a priority finding requiring immediate attention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is obtaining informed consent for an adolescent who is scheduled for a cardiac catheterization. The adolescent's guardian states, 'I don't understand why they need to do this procedure.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures the guardian receives a full explanation from the responsible clinician for informed consent.