ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a child who has influenzae type B. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Influenza type B spreads via droplets, requiring droplet precautions. Physiotherapy, gamma globulin, and antibiotics aren't standard for this viral infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse at an urgent care clinic is caring for a child who hit her head on the playground 30 min ago. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asymmetric pupils suggest brain injury or pressure, a priority over normal discharge, reflex, or a minor laceration.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who is scheduled for postprocedural care following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A mild fever is common post-lumbar puncture. Numbness, fluid restriction, or strict head positioning aren't typical or required.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a 4-month-old infant who has intussusception. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bloody 'currant jelly' stools are classic in intussusception due to intestinal ischemia. Edema, polyuria, and ascites aren't typical.
Extract:
Vital signs
Provider Prescriptions
Tympanic temperature 39.2° C (102/5 F)
Heart rate 64/min
Respiratory rate 30/min
Blood pressure 80/30 mm Hg
Oxygen saturation 96% on 0.5 L oxygen via nasal cannula
Weight 7.2 kg (15.9 lb)
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medications to a 5-month-old infant. The nurse should delay the prescription for ___ due to the ___
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin slows heart rate; a 5-month-old's 64 bpm is low (normal 90-160), requiring delay and provider consultation.