ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to an infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An oral syringe ensures accurate, safe delivery. Mixing with formula or honey risks incomplete dosing or botulism, and back-of-throat dropper risks choking.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to obtain the length and weight of a 6-month-old infant during a well-child visit. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,E
Rationale: Measuring crown to heel and balancing the scale ensure accurate length and weight. Stadiometers are for standing, diapers add weight, and paper isn't needed.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is monitoring the vital signs of a 6-year-old child following a surgical procedure. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate of 59 bpm is bradycardic for a 6-year-old (normal 70-120 bpm) and may signal complications like hypoxia, requiring reporting. Other values are within normal ranges.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer three medications to a child who is receiving continuous enteral feedings via a gastrostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diluting viscous medications with water prevents clogging and ensures delivery. Flushing with formula, adding to the bag, or combining medications risks interactions or blockages.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who is scheduled for postprocedural care following a lumbar puncture. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A mild fever is common post-lumbar puncture. Numbness, fluid restriction, or strict head positioning aren't typical or required.