ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who is terminally ill. Which of the following reactions to death should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preschoolers see death as punishment due to egocentrism, not grasping permanence, body changes, or isolation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has been vomiting for the past 8 hours. Which of the following findings indicates dehydration?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: A sunken anterior fontanel suggests reduced intracranial pressure from dehydration. Increased pulse rate compensates for reduced circulating volume. Dry mucous membranes result from fluid depletion. Irritability occurs due to electrolyte imbalance and hypovolemia, all indicating dehydration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing potential provider orders for a client with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Which of the following orders should the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Specimen confirms RSV, suctioning prevents aspiration, and oxygen maintains saturation. Albuterol and percussion are not standard RSV treatments.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardians of a toddler who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the following diets should the nurse recommend for the toddler?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-protein, high-calorie diets meet increased metabolic demands and counter malabsorption in cystic fibrosis, supporting growth and immunity.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent who has a prescription for tretinoin topical for the treatment of acne. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sunscreen prevents photosensitivity from tretinoin. Apply after 20-30 minutes, at night, and use a pea-sized amount for efficacy and safety.