ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Unit 2 Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is experiencing an acute asthma attack.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following findings indicates improvement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreased stridor indicates reduced airway obstruction, a sign of asthma improvement. Hydration and temperature are not specific indicators, and a barking cough is associated with croup, not asthma.
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Question 2 of 5
Which of the following are common manifestations and potential consequences of an adolescent's feelings of invulnerability? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Feelings of invulnerability lead to risk-taking behaviors, accidental injuries, and substance abuse due to underestimating dangers. They do not reduce mental health issues, improve relationships, or enhance academic performance.
Extract:
A nurse is providing care to an adolescent client who is hospitalized in an adult setting.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing care to an adolescent client who is hospitalized in an adult setting. Which of the following interventions by the nurse supports a client experiencing emotional and physical changes of puberty? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,E,F
Rationale: Providing privacy respects the adolescent's need for dignity during puberty. Showing respect and listening to their concerns fosters emotional support and validates their experiences. Avoiding puberty discussions, treating them as incompetent, or disregarding confidentiality undermines trust and autonomy.
Extract:
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a child who is experiencing an acute asthma attack.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a child who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol, a short-acting beta-agonist, is the first-line treatment for acute asthma attacks due to its rapid bronchodilation. Montelukast, budesonide, and fluticasone are for long-term management, not acute relief.
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Question 5 of 5
Which of the following cognitive abilities are characteristic of a school-aged child in Piaget's concrete operational stage? (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: In Piaget's concrete operational stage (7-11 years), children develop logical thinking about concrete objects and understand conservation (quantity remains the same despite appearance changes). Object permanence and symbolic play are sensorimotor and preoperational stage traits, respectively, and egocentric thinking diminishes in this stage.