ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
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Preschooler with neutropenia
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a preschooler who has neutropenia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Raw produce risks infection in neutropenia; avoiding it is key. B. Daily bathing prevents infection. C. Rectal temperatures risk bacterial entry. D. Vaccines, especially live ones, are contraindicated.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Heart rate of 68/min is below normal (80-130 bpm) for an 18-month-old, suggesting bradycardia. A. BP is high-normal but not urgent. B. 30/min respiratory rate is normal. C. 37.3°C is a low-grade fever, not critical.
Question 3 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: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Symmetrical jaw strength tests the trigeminal nerve (CN V). A. Gag reflex tests CN IX and X. B. Balance involves CN VIII. C. Scents test CN I.
Extract:
Infant with a new diagnosis of heart failure
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of an infant who has a new diagnosis of heart failure about nutrition. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants with heart failure tire easily. A 3-hour feeding schedule allows smaller, frequent feedings to avoid overexertion. A. Recumbent positioning worsens breathing. B. 45 minutes is too long, risking fatigue. C. Crying increases oxygen demand, which is harmful.
Extract:
School-age child
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a school-age child about bicycle safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Walking through intersections reduces collision risk, enhancing safety. B. 3 feet from the curb is safe but not the primary instruction here. C. Feet should touch the ground for control, not be 3-6 inches off. D. Riding against traffic increases collision risk.