ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam R37 Questions
Extract:
A school-age child with diarrhea
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a school-age child with diarrhea. The nurse suspects dehydration after assessing which of the following findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dry mucous membranes, such as a dry mouth or cracked lips, are a common sign of dehydration, indicating reduced fluid volume in the body.
Extract:
A male infant who has a palpable, sausage-shaped mass in the upper right quadrant and stools mixed with blood and mucus
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a male infant who has a palpable, sausage-shaped mass in the upper right quadrant and stools mixed with blood and mucus. The nurse should recognize that which of the following diagnoses is associated with these findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intussusception is characterized by a palpable, sausage-shaped mass and bloody, mucus-filled stools due to telescoping of the intestine, causing obstruction.
Extract:
A child with suspected acute appendicitis
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is admitted with suspected acute appendicitis. Which of the following manifestations indicate to the nurse that the child's appendix is perforated?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A sudden decrease in abdominal pain after worsening pain can indicate a perforated appendix, as the pressure is relieved, signaling a life-threatening condition requiring urgent intervention.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an appropriate consideration for pediatric fluid replacement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Adjusting fluid replacement based on weight and age is essential in pediatric patients to ensure appropriate hydration and electrolyte balance, as their physiology differs from adults. Excessive fluid can cause overload, and ignoring replacement risks dehydration.
Extract:
An infant following surgical repair of omphalocele
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant following surgical repair of omphalocele. What is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing the surgical site for signs of infection is crucial to prevent complications and ensure proper healing post-omphalocele repair, prioritizing this over other actions.