ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Heart rate of 68/min is below normal (80-130 bpm) for an 18-month-old, suggesting bradycardia. A. BP is high-normal but not urgent. B. 30/min respiratory rate is normal. C. 37.3°C is a low-grade fever, not critical.
Extract:
5-month-old infant
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 5-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Persistent head lag at 5 months suggests developmental or neurological issues. A. Rolling over may not occur until 6 months. B. Grasp reflex fades by 4-6 months. C. Bottle holding varies and isn’t expected yet.
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Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the guardian of a toddler about discipline. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Reasoning and explaining are effective for toddlers to learn appropriate behavior. B. Ignoring tantrums may confuse the child. C. One warning may not suffice for understanding. D. Past misbehavior focus isn’t effective due to short attention spans.
Extract:
Adolescent with major depressive disorder
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has major depressive disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Assessing suicide risk is the priority in depression due to safety concerns. A. Medication is secondary. B. Therapy is beneficial but not first. C. ADLs can wait after safety is ensured.
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child for scabies. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of scabies?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Burrows on the hands are characteristic of scabies. B. Scaly lesions aren’t typical. C. Bull’s eye suggests Lyme disease. D. Scalp rashes aren’t common in scabies.