ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Adolescent with an NG tube
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to an adolescent who has an NG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Checking pH confirms NG tube placement, ensuring safe feeding. B. Attaching tubing comes after verification. C. Flushing follows placement check. D. Rate setting is last.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in a pediatric clinic is planning care for four children. The nurse should anticipate a provider's prescription for an auditory evaluation for which of the following children?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Bacterial meningitis risks hearing loss, warranting an auditory evaluation. A. Stuttering isn’t linked to hearing here. C. Erythromycin doesn’t affect hearing. D. Loose stools and babbling don’t suggest hearing issues.
Extract:
Child with epiglottitis due to Haemophilus influenzae type B
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has epiglottitis due to an infection with Haemophilus influenzae type B. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A. Droplet precautions prevent spread of Hib. B. IV access allows rapid treatment. D. Monitoring oxygen saturation detects respiratory distress. C. Inspecting risks airway obstruction. E. Throat culture is risky and deferred.
Extract:
Preschool-age child postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschool-age child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy and is clearing her throat frequently. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: C. Frequent throat clearing may indicate bleeding, a serious complication post-tonsillectomy, requiring immediate inspection. A. Water could worsen bleeding. B. Pain relief is secondary to checking for bleeding. D. Ice helps swelling but isn’t first.
Extract:
3-month-old infant with diarrhea
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a 3-month-old infant who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Increased hematocrit reflects hemoconcentration from dehydration. A. Tachycardia, not decreased rate, occurs. B. Sunken, not bulging, fontanel is expected. C. Oliguria, not polyuria, occurs.