ATI RN
ATI Custom Pediatric exam 1 Questions
Extract:
A child who has spina bifida occulta
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a child who has spina bifida occulta. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A dimple in the sacral area is a common, subtle finding in spina bifida occulta, resulting from incomplete vertebral closure without significant symptoms.
Extract:
A dehydrated child who weighs 10 kg
Question 2 of 5
A dehydrated child has intravenous aid therapy ordered. The child weighs 10 kg. Physician ordered Lactated Ringer's solution 40 ml/kg over 4 hours How many miles per hour will this child receive?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Total volume = 40 mL/kg x 10 kg = 400 mL. Infusion rate = 400 mL / 4 hours = 100 mL/hour, providing the correct fluid administration rate for dehydration.
Extract:
A hospitalized 2-year-old child who has a tantrum when a parent leaves
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a hospitalized 2-year-old child who has a tantrum when a parent leaves. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving the child a stuffed animal provides comfort and security, addressing the emotional distress of a 2-year-old during a parent's absence, which is age-appropriate and effective.
Extract:
An infant who has Tetralogy of Fallot and is easily fatigued when eating
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has Tetralogy of Fallot and notes that the infant is easily fatigued when eating. Which defect is not present in this cardiac congenital malformation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Left ventricular hypertrophy is not a characteristic feature of Tetralogy of Fallot, which includes overriding aorta, pulmonary stenosis, ventricular septal defect, and right ventricular hypertrophy. Left ventricular hypertrophy is seen in conditions like hypertension or aortic stenosis.
Extract:
An infant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an infant. Which of the following sites is the most reliable location to check the infant's pulse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The apical pulse, at the heart's apex, is the most reliable for infants, providing an accurate measure of heart rate and rhythm via stethoscope.