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ATI Custom Pediatric exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A client who is postoperative immediately following a tonsillectomy
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative immediately following a tonsillectomy. Which of the flowing snacks should the nurse offer the client?
Correct Answer: B,D
Rationale: Ice-cream and Italian ice are cold and soothing, numbing the throat and reducing discomfort post-tonsillectomy, unlike acidic or hot options.
Extract:
A child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of a hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Continuous swallowing is a hallmark of post-tonsillectomy hemorrhage, as blood in the throat triggers the swallowing reflex, requiring immediate attention.
Extract:
A child who has hemophilia
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about controlling a bleeding episode with a parent of a child who has hemophilia. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Applying warm compresses increases blood flow, potentially worsening bleeding in hemophilia. Cold compresses are recommended to constrict vessels and reduce bleeding.
Extract:
A child who is postoperative following the insertion of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is postoperative following the insertion of a ventriculoperitoneal shunt. The nurse should place the child in which of the following positions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The supine position promotes proper cerebrospinal fluid drainage through the shunt without pressure on the surgical site, facilitating monitoring and reducing complications post-ventriculoperitoneal shunt insertion.
Extract:
A child who has iron deficiency anemia
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a pediatric clinic in caring for a child who has iron deficiency anemia and is to start taking ferrous sulfate syrup. Which of the following Instructions should the nurse give the parent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering ferrous sulfate through a straw minimizes tooth staining, a common issue with liquid iron supplements, ensuring proper administration.