ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics Care of Newborn Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Loosening clothing, timing the seizure, and side-lying position ensure safety and documentation. Hyperextending the neck risks injury, and restraining is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has a respiratory illness and a temperature of 39.3° C (102.7° F). Which of the following actions should the nurse take to reduce the toddler's temperature?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing extra clothing allows heat loss safely. Tepid baths risk shivering, aspirin risks Reye's syndrome, and cooling blankets are for severe cases.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a child who is newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following guidelines should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A snack before activity prevents hypoglycemia. Increased carbs when sick requires guidance, bedtime snacks prevent overnight lows, and meals should balance nutrients, not focus on proteins.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a child who has diabetes mellitus. The parent asks the nurse how to minimize the child's pain when monitoring blood glucose levels. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Warm water increases blood flow, reducing pain during glucose monitoring. Index finger use, central punctures, or table pressure do not specifically minimize discomfort.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a child who has a bacterial upper respiratory infection. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Separating towels prevents infection spread. Forcing fluids, using a dehumidifier, or insisting on three meals are not specific or recommended for bacterial infections.