ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam 3 Questions
Extract:
An infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A latex-free environment prevents allergic reactions in spina bifida patients. B is unnecessary unless infection is present. C is not indicated. D risks sac rupture.
Extract:
A child who has pertussis
Question 2 of 5
The child's parent asks the nurse what the common name for this disease is. The nurse should respond with which of the following common names?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Whooping cough is the common name for pertussis, a bacterial infection causing severe coughing spells with a 'whoop' sound. A is incorrect as mumps is a viral infection of salivary glands. C is wrong as fifth disease causes a facial rash. D is incorrect as chickenpox causes an itchy rash.
Extract:
A child has pediculosis capitis
Question 3 of 5
A school nurse identifies that a child has pediculosis capitis and educates the child's parents about the condition. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Washing items in hot water kills lice and nits. B, C, and D reflect misunderstandings about lice treatment.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a toddler at a well-child visit. At what point in the physical examination should the nurse examine the child's tympanic membrane? (The child will likely view this as invasive and traumatic)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Examining the tympanic membrane at the end minimizes distress, as it's invasive. B, C, and D may upset the child early, reducing cooperation.
Extract:
A school-age child
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about lice to the parents of a school-age child at a well-child visit. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding shared hats prevents lice transmission. A is false (lice survive ~48 hours off-host). B is incorrect as hygiene doesn't prevent lice. C is wrong as lice crawl, not jump.