ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 II Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer a vaccine to a toddler. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The dorsogluteal muscle risks sciatic nerve injury in toddlers; the anterolateral thigh is preferred. Massaging may cause irritation. Consent is essential for legal and ethical compliance. Aspiration is unnecessary per current guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who is terminally ill. Which of the following reactions to death should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preschoolers see death as punishment due to egocentrism, not grasping permanence, body changes, or isolation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assisting in planning care for a child. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include?
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Daily weights monitor fluid status, critical for acute changes. Seizure precautions ensure safety for at-risk children. BP every 8 hours, sodium restriction, and bed rest are not universally needed unless specified.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about the purpose of the HbA1c test with an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the adolescent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HbA1c measures average glucose over 2-3 months, reflecting control. It doesn't assess oxygen, ketones, or total hemoglobin.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a school-aged child who is scheduled for a biopsy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Simple diagrams suit school-age comprehension, reducing fear. A week prior is too early, 45 minutes too long, and long-term focus may scare them.