ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
Female infant requiring urine collection bag
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to collect a urine specimen from a female infant using a urine collection bag. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A snug diaper secures the bag, ensuring accurate urine collection without leakage.
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Child with temperature of 39.1° C (102.4° F) and suspected bacterial meningitis
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a child who has a temperature of 39.1° C (102.4° F) and a suspected diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Droplet precautions prevent the spread of bacterial meningitis, a priority to protect others before diagnostic or comfort measures.
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Adolescent with sickle cell anemia
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for an adolescent who has sickle cell anemia. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: PCV13 protects against pneumococcal infections, critical for immunocompromised sickle cell patients.
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4-year-old child with meningitis receiving gentamicin
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who has meningitis and is receiving gentamicin. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A creatinine level of 1.4 mg/dL suggests nephrotoxicity, a serious side effect of gentamicin, requiring immediate reporting.
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Adolescent who is lactose intolerant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to teach an adolescent who is lactose intolerant about dietary guidelines. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Replacing milk with nondairy calcium sources helps manage lactose intolerance while maintaining nutrition.