ATI RN
ATI Nur223g Pediatrics Sect 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
An adolescent undergoing a pre-college physical assessment.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is performing a pre-college physical assessment on an adolescent. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The meningococcal polysaccharide vaccine is recommended for adolescents, especially those preparing to enter college, as it protects against meningococcal disease, which can spread quickly in communal living settings.
Extract:
A 3-month-old admitted with severe diarrhea. Yesterday, the infant weighed 11 pounds (5 kg). Today, this infant weighs 9 pounds, 8 ounces (4.3 kg).
Question 2 of 5
A 3-month-old is admitted with severe diarrhea. Based on this information the nurse documents that the infant has:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A weight loss of 10% or more in infants within a short period is indicative of severe dehydration. The significant weight loss from 5 kg to 4.3 kg confirms this diagnosis.
Extract:
An infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for an infant who has a 2-day history of vomiting and an elevated temperature. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the most reliable indicator of fluid loss?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Body weight is the most reliable indicator of fluid loss, as it directly reflects changes in body fluid levels.
Extract:
A 2-month-old infant following a surgical procedure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a 2-month-old infant following a surgical procedure. Which of the following pain rating scales should the nurse plan to use to determine the infant's level of pain?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The FLACC scale is designed for infants and young children who cannot verbally communicate their pain, making it suitable for a 2-month-old.
Extract:
Children in general.
Question 5 of 5
When planning care for children, the nurse knows that which factor has the largest impact but is not able to be altered to influence the growth and development of children?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Genetics plays the most significant role in a child's growth and development, determining many physical and psychological traits. However, it cannot be altered.