ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who had a plaster spica cast applied 6 hr ago. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assesses circulation, critical post-cast. B, C, D are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child and suspects the child has experienced physical maltreatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reassures the child, reducing guilt. B, C, D are less supportive.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Short suction intervals prevent trauma. A, B, D risk discomfort or infection.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of an adolescent client who is in skeletal traction for the treatment of a fractured femur. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Padding prevents infection. A, C, D risk constipation or misalignment.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a group of clients. Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to the possibility of child maltreatment?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bedwetting may signal trauma. B, C, D are normal behaviors.