ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing 2023 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: Informed consent is essential before vaccination to ensure understanding of benefits and risks. Massaging, dorsogluteal site use, and aspiration are not recommended practices.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suctioning in 3-4 second increments minimizes airway trauma and hypoxia. A snug catheter, saline instillation, and clean technique are incorrect or risky for tracheostomy care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler who has been vomiting for the past 8 hr. Which of the following findings indicates to the nurse that the child is dehydrated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased pulse (tachycardia) is a common sign of dehydration as the heart compensates for reduced fluid volume to maintain perfusion. Dehydration typically causes hypotension, not increased blood pressure, and a sunken fontanel, not a flat one, in younger children.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent client who has a new diagnosis of lactose intolerance. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rice milk is lactose-free, making it a suitable alternative to cow's milk for lactose intolerance. Yogurt may still contain lactose, increasing lactose is counterproductive, and calcium-fortified juice is beneficial.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent who has a prescription for tretinoin topical for the treatment of acne. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tretinoin increases sun sensitivity, requiring sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher. Morning application, dime-sized amounts, and applying too soon after washing are incorrect.