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ATI Pediatrics Exam NUrs 150 exam 3 Swaml Questions
Extract:
A child following a tonsillectomy
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is monitoring a child for manifestations of hemorrhage following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of this postoperative complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent swallowing indicates possible bleeding from the surgical site, as the child tries to clear blood. Thirst, mouth breathing, and pain are not specific to hemorrhage.
Extract:
A child who has acute gastroenteritis but is able to tolerate oral fluids
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has acute gastroenteritis but is able to tolerate oral fluids. The nurse should anticipate providing which of the following types of fluid?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Oral rehydration solution restores electrolytes and glucose, preventing dehydration. Water, broth, and juice risk electrolyte imbalances or diarrhea.
Extract:
A toddler who is 24 hr postoperative following a cleft palate repair
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is 24 hr postoperative following a cleft palate repair. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Wrist restraints prevent the toddler from touching the surgical site. Straws risk suture damage, soft diets are premature, and opioids are not first-line for pain.
Extract:
A child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hemorrhage?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Frequent swallowing suggests bleeding, as the child clears blood from the throat. Drooling, poor intake, and pain are not specific to hemorrhage.
Extract:
An infant who has gastroesophageal reflux
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of an infant who has gastroesophageal reflux. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keeping the infant upright after feedings uses gravity to reduce reflux. Side-lying increases SIDS risk, thickening formula is secondary, and breast milk is preferred.