ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
4-month-old infant
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to collect a capillary blood specimen from the heel of a 4-month-old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Puncturing the outer heel avoids bone injury and ensures blood flow. A. Alcohol is wiped before, not after. C. Cool packs aren't used; warmth aids flow. D. A lancet, not a blade, is standard.
Extract:
Newly admitted child with cystic fibrosis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a newly admitted child who has cystic fibrosis. For which of the following members of the interprofessional team should the nurse initiate a referral?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Physical therapy aids mucus clearance and lung function, a priority in cystic fibrosis. A. Dietitian is important but secondary to respiratory needs initially. C. Speech therapy isn't primary unless swallowing issues exist. D. Occupational therapy isn't a key initial focus.
Extract:
School-age child
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a school-age child about bicycle safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Walking through intersections reduces collision risk, enhancing safety. B. 3 feet from the curb is safe but not the primary instruction here. C. Feet should touch the ground for control, not be 3-6 inches off. D. Riding against traffic increases collision risk.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching about injury prevention to the parents of a toddler. Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Correct Answer: D. Loose buttons are a choking hazard; checking them is key. A. Balloons pose a choking risk. B. 54°C is too hot; 49°C is safer. C. Screens don’t prevent falls; guards do.
Extract:
Toddler after orchiopexy procedure
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing education to the parents of a toddler who is being discharged after an orchiopexy procedure. Which of the following statements indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Avoiding straddled toys for 2 weeks protects the surgical site. B. Full activity risks injury. C. Fertility isn’t guaranteed post-orchiopexy. D. Pain meds are often needed.