ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
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An infant who has myelomeningocele
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse in the care of an infant who has myelomeningocele. Which of the following actions by the new nurse indicates the teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Axillary temperature avoids rectal irritation in myelomeningocele. A is incorrect (prone position is preferred), B risks sac drying, and C may cause injury.
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A child with a newly diagnosed Growth Hormone Deficiency
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child with a newly diagnosed Growth Hormone Deficiency. From the answers below, what should she include in her teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Setting realistic goals supports appropriate expectations for growth hormone deficiency. A, B, and D are incorrect: infantizing is harmful, leukemia monitoring is unrelated, and the condition affects all genders.
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An adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Annual influenza vaccination reduces infection risks in type 1 diabetes. B is for type 2 diabetes, C is incorrect (glucagon treats hypoglycemia), and D is wrong (insulin is injected subcutaneously, not intramuscularly).
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A child who is having a tonic-clonic seizure and vomiting
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is having a tonic-clonic seizure and vomiting. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Positioning the child side-lying prevents choking and aspiration during vomiting, prioritizing airway safety. A, B, and D are secondary to maintaining a clear airway.
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Question 5 of 5
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder characterized by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ADHD is defined by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. B, C, and D are incorrect: ADHD is treatable, learning is possible, and tiredness is not a primary feature.