ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a school-age child who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cushing's causes hypertension, weight gain, and moon face due to cortisol excess. Rounded facial features are expected.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the care plan of an infant who has pneumonia. Which of the following toys should the nurse select for the child's play activity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blocks are safe and quiet. Flash cards, scissors, and beads are unsuitable due to age or choking risks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a child via a nasogastric tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 2 mL may not clear the tube. Gravity flow ensures safe delivery. Crushing sustained-release alters efficacy. Mixing risks interactions.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a heel stick using a spring-loaded automatic puncture device on a 1-week-old infant. In which of the following locations should the nurse puncture the infant's foot?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heel has fewer nerves and good capillaries, ideal for blood collection.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a toddler who has conjunctivitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moist cloth cleaning prevents irritation. Wiping outward avoids spreading infection. Night ointment is more effective. Compresses promote bacterial growth.