ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing a physical assessment for a preschooler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. Tumbling E chart is suitable for preschoolers’ visual acuity. A. Correct but not unique to preschoolers; 5 min is ideal. B. Diaphragm, not bell, is for breath sounds. D. Chest observation is better for preschoolers.
Extract:
School-age child with a maintenance prescription for prednisone following an acute asthma attack
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a school-age child who has a maintenance prescription for prednisone following an acute asthma attack. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Mood swings are a known side effect of prednisone. A. Withholding prednisone risks worsening asthma. C. Weekly blood tests aren’t routine. D. Prednisone typically increases appetite.
Extract:
Nurses' Notes 0700: 7-year-old client who weighs 18.1 kg (39.9 lb) admitted with a UTI. Child reports pain and burning upon urination and feeling like they need to go to the bathroom all the time. Child's guardian reports the client has been incontinent of urine the past 2 nights and that the urine has a very strong odor.
Question 3 of 5
For each the following interventions, click to specify if the potential intervention is anticipated or contraindicated for the client.
Correct Answer: A: Anticipated, B: Contraindicated, C: Anticipated, D: Contraindicated, E: Contraindicated
Rationale: A. Anticipated: Effective antibiotic for UTIs. B. Contraindicated: Salicylic acid risks Reye’s syndrome in children. C. Anticipated: Hygiene prevents recurrent UTIs. D. Contraindicated: Sunscreen isn’t UTI-related. E. Contraindicated: Fluid restriction worsens UTIs; hydration is key.
Extract:
Adolescent experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis with painful joints, fever, and abdominal pain
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is developing a plan of care for an adolescent who is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. IV fluids reduce blood viscosity and sickling in vaso-occlusive crisis. A. Antispasmodics aren’t indicated. B. Ice worsens vasoconstriction. D. Hyperkalemia isn’t a primary concern.
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School-age child with autism spectrum disorder
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a school-age child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Slow introductions reduce anxiety in ASD. A. Long periods may overstimulate. B.
Too many options overwhelm. C. Detailed explanations may confuse.