ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 I Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child whose guardian requests information about essential oils to help their child relax. Which of the following oils should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Lavender oil is commonly used for relaxation and calming effects. B. Eucalyptus oil is used for respiratory issues. C. Jasmine oil is aromatic but less effective for relaxation. D. Tea tree oil is antimicrobial, not relaxing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving morphine. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. Nausea is a common adverse effect of morphine and should be monitored for, particularly in pediatric patients. A. Prolonged wound healing is not associated with morphine. C. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is not typical with morphine. D. Morphine is not commonly linked to renal failure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has heart failure. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: A. Cyanosis can occur in children with heart failure due to inadequate oxygenation of tissues. B. Weight gain or fluid retention is more common in children with heart failure. C. Bounding pulses are more commonly associated with conditions such as hypertension or hyperthyroidism, rather than heart failure. D. Dyspnea, or difficulty breathing, is a common symptom of heart failure due to fluid buildup in the lungs. E. Tachycardia, or a rapid heart rate, can occur as a compensatory mechanism in response to decreased cardiac output in heart failure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a 15-year-old adolescent about a medication used to treat a sexually transmitted infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Asking how the client prefers to learn new information demonstrates respect for the adolescent's autonomy and preferences, facilitating effective communication and understanding. A, B, C. These do not prioritize the adolescent's involvement or preferences.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant who has gastroenteritis. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of severe dehydration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. A sunken anterior fontanel is a significant sign of dehydration in infants and suggests severe dehydration. A. Capillary refill of 3 seconds is borderline normal. C. 5% weight loss is moderate dehydration. D. Tears indicate adequate hydration.