ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam R37 Questions
Extract:
A child with Meckel's diverticulum
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child with Meckel's diverticulum. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Meckel's diverticulum can cause gastrointestinal bleeding, leading to bloody, mucus stools, which is a hallmark manifestation of this condition.
Extract:
An infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature
Question 2 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, as changes in weight directly reflect fluid status, especially during vomiting and fever.
Extract:
An infant who has aganglionic megacolon causing decreased motility of part of the intestine
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has aganglionic megacolon causing decreased motility of part of the intestine. The nurse should identify this finding of mechanical obstruction as a manifestation of which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hirschsprung's disease, characterized by absent ganglion cells in the large intestine, causes decreased motility and mechanical obstruction, leading to aganglionic megacolon.
Extract:
A child who has celiac disease
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has celiac disease. The nurse should include which of the following food choices for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rice is a safe option for individuals with celiac disease as it does not contain gluten. Barley, wheat, and rye contain gluten, which should be avoided to prevent adverse reactions.
Extract:
A child who has Hirschsprung disease is scheduled for initial surgery
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has Hirschsprung disease is scheduled for initial surgery. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Understanding that the ostomy is temporary indicates correct knowledge of the surgical procedure, which often involves a temporary ostomy followed by further surgeries for Hirschsprung disease.