ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform suctioning for an infant who has a partial mucus occlusion of her tracheostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Short suction intervals prevent trauma. A, B, D risk discomfort or infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse in an urgent care clinic is contributing to the plan of care for a group of clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following clients will require parental consent prior to receiving treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Biopsy requires consent; A, B, D often allow minor consent per state laws.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a newly admitted school-age child who has a fever. The nurse should identify that which of the following laboratory results is an indication of an infection and should be reported to the charge nurse immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevated WBC indicates infection. A, B, D are normal values.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who is postoperative following tetralogy of Fallot correction. Which of the following manifestations indicates the child is possibly experiencing decreased cardiac output?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Diminished pulses suggest poor perfusion. A, B, D are normal findings.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the guardian of a preschooler who has a fiberglass arm cast. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prevents swelling. B, C, D risk damage or injury.