ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning postoperative care for an adolescent following scoliosis repair with spinal instrumentation. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Logrolling every 2 hours by two nurses maintains spinal alignment after scoliosis surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing a child for a lumbar puncture. In which of the following positions should the child be placed for the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The lateral position, with the child curled up in a fetal position, is ideal for a lumbar puncture as it opens up the spaces between the vertebrae for easier access.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has measles. Which of the following areas should the nurse inspect for Koplik spots?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Koplik spots appear on the inside of the cheeks, opposite the lower molars, in measles, identifiable as white or bluish-white spots.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the pain level of a toddler who is cognitively impaired to a non-pharmacologic intervention. Which of the following pain scales should the nurse use to evaluate the toddler's pain level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The FLACC scale (Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability) is appropriate for assessing pain in non-verbal or cognitively impaired toddlers as it evaluates behaviors indicating discomfort.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has necrotizing enterocolitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rounded abdomen due to abdominal distention is a common finding in necrotizing enterocolitis from gas and fluid buildup.