ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
School-age child with fractured right tibia following cast application
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child following the application of a cast to a fractured right tibia. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the leg reduces swelling, the priority to promote circulation post-cast application.
Extract:
School-age child immediately following a tonsillectomy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a PACU is caring for a school-age child immediately following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A side-lying position prevents aspiration and maintains airway patency post-tonsillectomy.
Extract:
8-month-old infant with heart failure
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an 8-month-old infant who has heart failure. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cool, humidified oxygen improves oxygenation in infants with heart failure, addressing respiratory distress.
Extract:
Preschool-age child with heart failure
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching home care to the parents of a preschool-age child who has heart failure. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rest periods conserve energy, reducing strain on the heart in children with heart failure.
Extract:
12-year-old client during a well-child visit
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is preparing to administer immunizations to a 12-year-old client during a well-child visit. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The HPV vaccine is recommended at age 11-12, aligning with CDC guidelines for preventing HPV-related diseases.