ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of toddlers receiving digoxin therapy. For which of the following toddlers should the nurse revise the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vomiting is a sign of digoxin toxicity, requiring immediate attention to reassess the dose and check for other toxicity signs.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a school-age child following surgery and cast application to the right forearm. Which of the following information is the priority for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring for pallor or swelling is the priority, as it can indicate complications such as impaired circulation or compartment syndrome.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing safety measures with a group of parents to prevent burn injuries for toddlers. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Keeping electrical wires hidden from view helps prevent toddlers from pulling or chewing on them, reducing the risk of electric burns or shocks.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the pain level of a toddler who is cognitively impaired to a non-pharmacologic intervention. Which of the following pain scales should the nurse use to evaluate the toddler's pain level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The FLACC scale (Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability) is appropriate for assessing pain in non-verbal or cognitively impaired toddlers as it evaluates behaviors indicating discomfort.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to assess a 4-year-old child's visual acuity. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The tumbling E chart is used for young children who cannot recognize letters, allowing them to point to the direction of the 'E'.