ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
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A 3-month-old infant
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer immunizations to a 3-month-old infant. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take to deliver atraumatic care?
Correct Answer: A,D
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Answer: A, D
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A: Providing a pacifier coated with oral sucrose helps to alleviate pain and distress during injections by triggering the infant's natural sucking reflex, providing comfort.
D: Applying eutectic mixture of local anesthetics cream numbs the skin, reducing pain perception during injections, making the experience less traumatic.
Summary:
B: Injecting into the deltoid muscle is not recommended for infants as it may not be the appropriate site for immunizations in this age group.
C: Using a 20-gauge needle may cause more pain and discomfort due to its larger size, which is not ideal for atraumatic care.
E, F, G: Not relevant to atraumatic care for infant immunizations.
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