ATI RN
ATI RN Nursing Care of Children 2019 Questions
Extract:
Child with impetigo
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parents of a child who has impetigo. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Applying bactericidal ointment treats impetigo, a bacterial infection, by targeting the causative bacteria directly on the lesions.
Extract:
Preschooler postoperative following a tonsillectomy
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy. The child is now ready to resume oral intake. Which of the following dietary choices should the nurse offer the child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sugar-free gelatin is soothing and avoids mucus production or irritation post-tonsillectomy.
Extract:
Adolescent requesting testing for STIs
Question 3 of 5
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for an adolescent who is requesting testing for STIs. Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Verbal consent is sufficient for STI testing, as minors can consent per legal standards.
Extract:
Family whose infant died from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing support to a family whose infant died from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Acknowledging guilt helps validate emotions, supporting the family's grieving process after SIDS.
Extract:
10-month-old child following a head injury
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 10-month-old child who was brought to the emergency department by his parents following a head injury. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing respiratory status ensures airway and breathing stability, the priority in head injury cases.