ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
Extract:
An adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Annual influenza vaccination reduces infection risks in type 1 diabetes. B is for type 2 diabetes, C is incorrect (glucagon treats hypoglycemia), and D is wrong (insulin is injected subcutaneously, not intramuscularly).
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A 6-month-old baby in the hospital for seizures
Question 2 of 5
When measuring a 6-month-old baby in the hospital for seizures, the nurse obtains a head circumference that is up 1 cm from the last measurement one week ago. The nurse re-measures and gets the same number. What is the best next step?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Reporting a 1 cm increase in head circumference to the provider ensures further evaluation, especially in a seizure context. A, B, and D avoid addressing the potential issue.
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A 4-year-old with nephrotic syndrome is experiencing severe periorbital edema
Question 3 of 5
The best measure the nurse could institute to help reduce the periorbital edema is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Warm compresses increase blood circulation and promote fluid reabsorption, reducing periorbital edema. A is ineffective, C does not address edema, and D is less effective for periorbital edema.
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A child who weighs 70.4lb
Question 4 of 5
What is the daily fluid requirement (total in 24 hours) for a child who weighs 70.4lb? Do not use a label- it is ml. in the answer.(Answer in 24-hour clock system)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Converting 70.4 lb to 31.89 kg, fluid requirement (50-60 mL/kg/day) yields approximately 1594-1913 mL. 1740 mL is closest. B, C, and D are implausible (too high or too low).
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Four clients for whom she has to administer oral medications in the morning
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for four clients for whom she has to administer oral medications in the morning. The nurse should administer which of the following medications before breakfast?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Levothyroxine requires an empty stomach for optimal absorption. B, C, and D can be taken with or without food.