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ATI Nur 270 Pediatrics GI GU Exam Questions
Extract:
A year-old child who has had watery diarrhea for the past 3 days
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a year-old child who has had watery diarrhea for the past 3 days. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Initiating oral rehydration therapy is critical for managing dehydration due to diarrhea and is the best approach for a child in this situation.
Extract:
A client who will have blood sampling for a serum creatinine level
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who will have blood sampling for a serum creatinine level and asks what this test shows. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The serum creatinine test is a standard measure of kidney function, indicating how well the kidneys are filtering waste from the blood.
Extract:
A 3-year-old child with upper respiratory infection and low-grade fever being treated with Acetaminophen
Question 3 of 5
A 3-year-old child with upper respiratory infection and low-grade fever is being treated with Acetaminophen. The nurse is reviewing important anticipatory guidance with the parents. Which statement by the parents indicates the need for further teaching about this medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The maximum daily dose for a child should be based on their weight and typically should not exceed 75 mg/kg/day; stating 4000 mg is too high for a child, indicating a misunderstanding of dosing.
Extract:
A child who has a new prescription for an oral antibiotic
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to discharge a child who has a new prescription for an oral antibiotic. Which of following information should the nurse include in the discharge instructions? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Providing written information, discussing adverse effects, and explaining the reason for the medication are essential; stopping early or using a kitchen spoon are incorrect.
Extract:
School-age children with pediculosis capitis
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing management of pediculosis capitis with the parents of school-age children during a presentation. In addition to medicated shampoo or cream rinse, the treatment for head lice may also include which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All of the provided options are appropriate measures for managing pediculosis capitis effectively.