ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 2 Questions
Extract:
A child with a new prescription for an oral antibiotic.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to discharge a child who has a new prescription for an oral antibiotic. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the discharge instructions? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Include the medication's purpose, adverse effects, and written information to ensure adherence and safety. Do not stop antibiotics early to prevent resistance. Use a proper measuring device, not a kitchen spoon, for accurate dosing.
Extract:
A school-age child with blood glucose level of 280 mg/dL.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child whose blood glucose level is 280 mg/dL. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyperglycemia (280 mg/dL) causes lethargy due to dehydration and brain dysfunction. Tremors and pallor are linked to hypoglycemia, and shallow respirations are not typical.
Extract:
A child who has been physically abused by a family member.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has been physically abused by a family member. Which of the following statements should the nurse say to the child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reassuring the child that the abuse is not their fault reduces guilt and shame. Promising secrecy or blaming the family is inappropriate, and discussing with the family may endanger the child.
Extract:
A mother immediately following a stillbirth delivery.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a mother immediately following a stillbirth delivery. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Offering private time with the newborn facilitates grief processing and bonding, the priority action. Medication, clergy, or transfer are secondary.
Extract:
Preschooler findings.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the health care provider immediately? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Developmental regression suggests serious neurological issues, and abnormal neutrophil counts indicate infection risk, both requiring immediate reporting. Appetite, platelet, and hemoglobin issues are less urgent without specific abnormalities.