ATI RN
ATI Nur 223a Sect 4 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Child who is having a seizure.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is having a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale:
Choice A: Restraining can cause injury.
Choice B: Airway assessment ensures breathing.
Choice C: Removing objects prevents injury.
Choice D: Side-lying prevents aspiration.
Choice E:
Tongue depressor can cause harm.
Extract:
Young child and suspects coarctation of the aorta.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a young child and suspects coarctation of the aorta based on which finding?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Unequal pulses are a key finding in coarctation of the aorta.
Extract:
Infants who have cystic fibrosis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is presenting an in-service about the use of postural drainage for infants who have cystic fibrosis. Which of the following positions should the nurse identify as being contraindicated for the infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Trendelenburg increases reflux and aspiration risk in cystic fibrosis.
Extract:
Child who has mumps.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has mumps. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Droplet precautions prevent mumps transmission via respiratory droplets.
Extract:
Infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the most reliable indicator of fluid loss?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Body weight is the most reliable indicator of fluid loss in infants.