ATI RN
ATI Custom SP23 N23 N240 Exam 3 Ch 11 24 32 43 44 Questions
Extract:
An infant who has a hydrocele
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has a hydrocele. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydroceles in newborns often resolve by age 1 without intervention. Genetic counseling, foreskin retraction, or surgery aren't typically needed unless persistent.
Extract:
A child who has a fracture of an epiphyseal plate
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has a fracture of an epiphyseal plate. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epiphyseal plate fractures can disrupt the growth plate, affecting bone growth in children. Bone marrow loss, prolonged healing in younger children, and blood supply disruption are not typical consequences.
Extract:
Children with lead levels needing rescreening
Question 3 of 5
A nurse participating in lead screening at a community center. The nurse should instruct parents to bring their children back for rescreening in a year for which of the following laboratory values?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A lead level of 4 mcg/dL, slightly above CDC's 3.5 mcg/dL, warrants rescreening in a year if no other risks. Higher levels require immediate action.
Extract:
A child with pediculosis capitis
Question 4 of 5
A school nurse is assessing a child for pediculosis capitis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse recognize as an indication of this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Firmly attached white particles (nits) are a definitive sign of pediculosis capitis. Itching is common but less specific, yellow crusts suggest impetigo, and hair loss indicates other conditions like tinea capitis.
Extract:
An infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A latex-free environment prevents allergies, common in spina bifida due to repeated exposures. Limiting visitors, supine positioning, and contact precautions aren't indicated pre-surgery.