ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft palate. Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elbow immobilizers prevent hand-to-mouth contact, protecting the surgical site. Pacifiers, cleansing, or supine positioning risk healing disruption.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an adolescent client who has a fractured right tibia and a cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cool toes indicate possible circulation issues like compartment syndrome, needing urgent reporting. Mild pain, itching, and swelling are less critical.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about laboratory testing with an adolescent who has suspected juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Which of the following laboratory tests should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ESR measures inflammation, key in diagnosing and monitoring juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Other tests assess unrelated functions.
Question 4 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: Reassuring the child it's not their fault reduces guilt and builds trust. Other statements may imply blame, judgment, or break mandatory reporting ethics.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a preschooler who has a nasogastric tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the bed to 45 degrees prevents aspiration and aids digestion. Cold formula causes discomfort, 3 mL/min is too slow, and discarding residuals risks electrolyte loss unless excessive.