ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
School-age child undergoing cranial nerve assessment
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing a cranial nerve assessment on a school-age child. Which of the following findings indicates proper functioning of the child's trigeminal nerve?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symmetrical jaw strength indicates intact trigeminal nerve motor function.
Extract:
Infant with new prescription for digoxin
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a pediatric clinic is providing teaching to the guardian of an infant who has a new prescription for digoxin. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include as an indication of digoxin toxicity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bradycardia is a key sign of digoxin toxicity in infants, indicating potential cardiac complications.
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Toddler with cystic fibrosis
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a toddler who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Steatorrhea results from pancreatic insufficiency in cystic fibrosis, causing fat malabsorption.
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2-year-old child at a well-child visit with vital signs
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a provider's office is assessing the vital signs of a 2-year-old child at a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blood pressure of 118/74 mm Hg is elevated for a 2-year-old (normal 90-105/55-70 mm Hg), requiring reporting.
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Adolescent who is lactose intolerant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to teach an adolescent who is lactose intolerant about dietary guidelines. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Replacing milk with nondairy calcium sources helps manage lactose intolerance while maintaining nutrition.