ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
A school-age child with pertussis
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school age child who has pertussis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reporting pertussis to the public health department is required to track and control this highly contagious disease.
Extract:
An infant for venipuncture
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a venipuncture to collect a blood sample from an infant. Which of the following restraints should the nurse plan to use for this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mummy restraints securely wrap the infant, exposing only the venipuncture site, ensuring safety and minimal movement.
Extract:
A toddler weighing 20 kg with a full-thickness burn to 10% of body
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a toddler who weighs 20 kg (44 lb) and has a full thickness burn to 10% of this body. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased restlessness may signal hypoxia, pain, or shock, critical conditions requiring immediate provider attention.
Extract:
Identifying child abuse
Question 4 of 5
A charge nurse is teaching a group of nurses about identifying child abuse. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential indicator of child abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A mother's hesitation to comfort may suggest neglect or emotional abuse, warranting further assessment.
Extract:
An infant at 12 months of age
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of parents about childhood immunizations. The nurse should identify that infant should receive the first dose of which of the following immunizations at 12 months of age.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The varicella vaccine is administered at 12 months to protect against chickenpox, per standard immunization schedules.