ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing instructions about a 24-hr urine collection to an adolescent client. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discarding the first voided specimen ensures the urine collection represents the entire 24-hour period.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving morphine. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bradypnea is a common adverse effect of morphine due to its respiratory depressant properties.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is evaluating the pain level of a toddler who is cognitively impaired to a non-pharmacologic intervention. Which of the following pain scales should the nurse use to evaluate the toddler's pain level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The FLACC scale (Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability) is appropriate for assessing pain in non-verbal or cognitively impaired toddlers as it evaluates behaviors indicating discomfort.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an IM injection to a 3-year-old child. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allowing the child to choose which leg reduces anxiety and gives a sense of control.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the guardian of a 2-year-old child about typical toddler behavior. Which of the following behaviors should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent negative responses, such as saying 'no,' are typical in toddlers due to their desire for independence.