ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 I Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschool-age child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy and is clearing her throat frequently. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Observing the child's throat with a flashlight is necessary to detect any bleeding, which is a priority concern post-tonsillectomy. B, C, D. These actions follow assessment for bleeding.
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: B
Rationale: B. Head lag at 5 months is abnormal and may indicate weakness or poor muscle tone, warranting further evaluation by the healthcare provider. A. Rolling over is typical at 4-6 months, not concerning yet. C. Not all infants hold bottles at 5 months. D. Grasp reflex diminishes by 3-4 months.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child who was recently diagnosed with chronic renal failure. The child's parents ask for information on hemodialysis. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Hemodialysis indeed involves circulating the blood outside the body through an artificial membrane in the dialysis machine to remove waste products and excess fluids. A. This describes peritoneal dialysis. B. Electrolyte solution is not used in hemodialysis. D. Hemodialysis is intermittent, not continuous.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who has meningitis and is receiving gentamicin. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. An elevated creatinine level may indicate kidney dysfunction, a potential adverse effect of gentamicin therapy. B, C, D. These values are within normal ranges.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about injury prevention to the parents of a toddler. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Checking clothing for loose buttons is essential to prevent choking hazards for toddlers, who tend to explore items by putting them in their mouths. B. Adjusting the water heater temperature to 54° C (129.2° F) is too high and increases the risk of scalding; the recommended temperature is typically set below 49° C (120° F). C. While placing screens on windows is important, it does not specifically address immediate choking risks and is less relevant than ensuring clothing safety. D. Providing balloons for play poses a choking hazard; therefore, it is not a recommended safety measure for toddlers.