ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing a 9-year-old child for an IV catheter insertion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Understanding the child's knowledge and feelings about the procedure helps tailor the explanation to address any misconceptions and reduce anxiety.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse on a pediatric unit is receiving a report from an assistive personnel (AP). Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to visit first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A urine specific gravity of 1.002 indicates very dilute urine
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child following an open reduction and internal fixation of a fractured femur and application of a cast. The cast has a window cut in it for viewing of the incision. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Performing neurovascular checks is the highest priority to ensure that circulation sensation and movement are intact.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an 8-month-old infant who is receiving intravenous (IV) fluids via a 24-gauge catheter. Which of the following statements by the client's mother indicates that the nurse should check the site for signs of infiltration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swelling around the IV site can indicate infiltration where IV fluids leak into surrounding tissues.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the parent requires a clarification of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting are typically associated with hyperglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) not hypoglycaemia. Hypoglycaemia usually presents with symptoms like sweating shakiness confusion and hunger.