ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 80 mg/kg/day to divide equally every 8 hr to a preschooler who weighs 33 lb. Available is amoxicillin oral suspension 250 mg/5 mL. How many mL should the nurse administer per dose? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 33 lb / 2.2 = 15 kg; 80 mg/kg/day × 15 kg = 1200 mg/day; 1200 mg / 3 doses = 400 mg/dose; 400 mg / (250 mg/5 mL) = 8 mL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child and suspects the child has experienced physical maltreatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Reassuring the child it's not their fault reduces guilt and builds trust. Other statements may imply blame, judgment, or break mandatory reporting ethics.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting growth and development data from a 5-year-old child during a well-child visit. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates the child's cognitive and language skills require further investigation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: At 5, children should use 5-6 word sentences; 3-4 words suggest a language delay needing evaluation. Other skills are age-appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has mild dehydration due to an Escherichia coli infection. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Small, frequent doses of oral rehydration solution effectively treat mild dehydration without overwhelming the stomach. Fruit juices worsen diarrhea, and promethazine isn't indicated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a child who has cystic fibrosis and a prescription for pancreatic enzymes. Which of the following outcomes is a desired effect of the pancreatic enzymes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes improve digestion, aiming for normal stools. Oxygen saturation and glucose aren't directly affected, and weight loss is undesirable.