ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
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School-age child with autism spectrum disorder
Question 1 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.
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Newly admitted child with cystic fibrosis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted child who has cystic fibrosis. For which of the following members of the interprofessional team should the nurse initiate a referral?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physical therapy aids mucus clearance and lung function, a priority in cystic fibrosis. A. Dietitian is important but secondary to respiratory needs initially. C. Speech therapy isn't primary unless swallowing issues exist. D. Occupational therapy isn't a key initial focus.
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Preschool-age child with sleep terrors
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a parent of a preschool-age child about management of sleep terrors. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Staying uninvolved avoids reinforcing sleep terrors unless safety is an issue. B. Parent’s bed risks dependency. C. Counseling isn’t first-line. D. TV disrupts sleep cycles.
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6-month-old infant
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a pediatric intensive care unit is assessing a 6-month-old infant. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of neurological impairment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. Excessive drowsiness needing verbal stimuli may indicate neurological issues. A. 96% saturation is normal. B. 6-month-olds can’t report pain numerically. D. BP is normal.
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Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication to a preschooler. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to encourage acceptance of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. Offering an ice pop after administering the medication is a positive reinforcement technique and can help numb the taste buds, reducing the aftertaste. A. Mixing with favorite food risks aversion and incomplete dosing. B. Diluting with 8 oz may reduce efficacy and be hard for a preschooler to drink. D. Milk can interfere with absorption and may be refused if the taste is unpleasant.