ATI RN
ATI Custom SP23 N23 N240 Exam 3 Ch 11 24 32 43 44 Questions
Extract:
An adolescent who has scoliosis and requires surgical intervention
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an adolescent who has scoliosis and requires surgical intervention. Which of the following behaviors by the adolescent should the nurse anticipate because it is the most common reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scoliosis surgery often causes body image concerns due to physical changes. Privacy loss, displacement, or identity crisis are less common reactions in adolescents.
Extract:
A toddler with several bruises
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is bathing a toddler and notices that she has several bruises. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Notifying the provider ensures medical evaluation of bruises, determining if abuse or medical issues are involved. Asking parents or toddler, or notifying services, follows assessment.
Extract:
A child who has nephrotic syndrome
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Facial edema is a hallmark of nephrotic syndrome due to protein loss causing fluid retention. Smokey urine, hypertension, and polyuria are not primary symptoms.
Extract:
A 10-month-old infant who is in a cast for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 10-month-old infant who is in a cast for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Which of the following strategies should the nurse implement to promote the infant's growth and development?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A small electronic toy stimulates cognitive and sensory development safely. Standing risks hip stress, balloons pose hazards, and diaper changes are hygiene, not developmental.
Extract:
A child who has Legg-Calve-Perthes disease and is in Buck extension traction
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has Legg-Calve-Perthes disease and is in Buck extension traction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Repositioning every 2 hours prevents pressure ulcers and maintains circulation, essential for comfort in Buck traction. Removing the boot disrupts traction, reducing fluid risks dehydration, and pin sites aren't used in this traction type.