ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Preschooler who had a tonsillectomy
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardian of a preschooler who had a tonsillectomy. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Correct Answer: B. Frequent swallowing may indicate bleeding, requiring prompt reporting. A. Straws risk dislodging clots. C. Throat clearing can cause bleeding. D. Dark brown blood is less urgent than bright red.
Extract:
Child acting aggressively toward staff
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is applying soft limb restraints to a child who is acting aggressively toward staff. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A quick-release knot ensures safety by allowing rapid removal if needed. B. Assessments should be every 15-30 minutes, not 4 hours. C. Renewal is typically every 24 hours, not 48. D. Tying to side rails risks injury; use the bed frame.
Extract:
12-month-old infant up-to-date with current immunization schedule
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer recommended immunizations to a 12-month-old infant who is up-to-date with the current schedule. Which of the following immunizations should the nurse plan to administer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A,C. A. Varicella first dose is given at 12-15 months. C. MMR first dose is given at 12-15 months. B. HPV starts at 11-12 years. D. Rotavirus series ends by 8 months. E. Herpes zoster is for older adults.
Extract:
Child with epiglottitis due to Haemophilus influenzae type B
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who has epiglottitis due to an infection with Haemophilus influenzae type B. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A. Droplet precautions prevent spread of Hib. B. IV access allows rapid treatment. D. Monitoring oxygen saturation detects respiratory distress. C. Inspecting risks airway obstruction. E. Throat culture is risky and deferred.
Extract:
18-month-old toddler during a well-child visit
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing an 18-month-old toddler during a well-child visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a potential developmental delay?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Walking independently is expected by 18 months; needing assistance suggests delay. A. Parallel play is normal. B. 3-block tower is typical. D. 10 words is within range.