ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Newly admitted child with cystic fibrosis
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted child who has cystic fibrosis. For which of the following members of the interprofessional team should the nurse initiate a referral?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physical therapy aids mucus clearance and lung function, a priority in cystic fibrosis. A. Dietitian is important but secondary to respiratory needs initially. C. Speech therapy isn't primary unless swallowing issues exist. D. Occupational therapy isn't a key initial focus.
Extract:
Infant with a new diagnosis of heart failure
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of an infant who has a new diagnosis of heart failure about nutrition. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants with heart failure tire easily. A 3-hour feeding schedule allows smaller, frequent feedings to avoid overexertion. A. Recumbent positioning worsens breathing. B. 45 minutes is too long, risking fatigue. C. Crying increases oxygen demand, which is harmful.
Extract:
Child receiving conditioning therapy for enuresis
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is receiving conditioning therapy for enuresis. Which of the following statements by the child's parent indicates the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Waking to the alarm and using the bathroom shows the conditioning therapy (bedwetting alarm) is working. A. Kegels aren't part of this therapy. C. Less fluid isn't recommended. D. Holding urine isn't the goal.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about home care to the parent of a child who has scabies. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Scabies is contagious; treating close contacts prevents reinfestation. A. Boiling is for lice, not scabies. C. Petroleum jelly isn’t treatment; scabicides are needed. D. Ketoconazole is for fungal infections, not scabies.
Extract:
School-age child receiving cefazolin
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving cefazolin. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare but serious adverse effect of antibiotics like cefazolin. A. Hypotension isn’t typical. C. Cefazolin doesn’t delay healing. D. Bradypnea isn’t associated.