ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has a new prescription for continuous pulse oximetry monitoring. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Warming the skin improves circulation for accurate pulse oximetry readings, especially in children. Frequent repositioning, taping to the palm, or nail placement are less effective or incorrect.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a school-age child who has autism and is scheduled for surgery. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with autism can be very sensitive to sensory input, including physical touch. Minimizing physical contact helps reduce sensory overload and the child's anxiety, which is critical during stressful events like surgery. Eye contact may increase agitation, a semiprivate room could heighten distress, and a television at night might disrupt sleep.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a 2-year-old toddler during a well-child visit. For which of the following findings should the nurse notify the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Only six teeth at age 2 indicates a developmental delay, as most children have 16 teeth by this age. Other findings align with normal 2-year-old milestones.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data on a 1-month-old infant during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A respiratory rate of 64/min is normal for a 1-month-old (30-60 breaths/min). Rooting reflex should be present, head lag is expected but not primary, and yellow sclera suggests jaundice needing evaluation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who is immediately postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An ice collar reduces swelling and pain post-tonsillectomy. Straws, coughing, and acidic juices risk bleeding or irritation at the surgical site.