ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
Four clients
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is prioritizing care for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Slurred speech in sickle cell anemia may indicate a stroke, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate assessment.
Extract:
A child receiving treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the complete blood count results for a child who is receiving treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the treatment is having a therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A platelet count of 150,000/mm³ indicates bone marrow recovery, a sign of effective leukemia treatment.
Extract:
A toddler weighing 20 kg with a full-thickness burn to 10% of body
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a toddler who weighs 20 kg (44 lb) and has a full thickness burn to 10% of this body. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increased restlessness may signal hypoxia, pain, or shock, critical conditions requiring immediate provider attention.
Extract:
A child with HIV
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has HIV. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Annual tuberculosis testing is critical for HIV-positive children due to their increased risk of infection.
Extract:
A 12-month-old infant for IV antibiotic therapy
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing to initiate IV antibiotic therapy for a newly admitted 12-month-old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 24-gauge catheter is appropriate for infants, minimizing discomfort and vein trauma during IV insertion.