ATI RN
ATI Nur232g Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is obtaining the length and weight of a 6-month-old infant.
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A nurse is obtaining the length and weight of a 6-month-old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
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A: Measuring the infant from the crown of the head to the heels of the feet is the standard method to obtain the length accurately.
B: Placing a disposable covering on the scale ensures hygiene and prevents the transfer of germs between infants.
C: Balancing the scale to zero before weighing the infant ensures accurate weight measurement by accounting for any additional weight on the scale.
Summary:
D: Weighing the infant in a diaper can add unnecessary weight and lead to an inaccurate measurement.
E: Using a stadiometer is not appropriate for measuring the length of an infant; it is typically used for measuring height in older children and adults.
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