ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the parent requires a clarification of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting are typically associated with hyperglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) not hypoglycaemia. Hypoglycaemia usually presents with symptoms like sweating shakiness confusion and hunger.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the admission of a 2-year-old toddler who has acute gastroenteritis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessing urine output is crucial for determining the child's hydration status. Voiding is an important indicator of kidney function and fluid balance.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 350 mg PO. The amount available is amoxicillin oral solution 250 mg/5 mL. How many ml. should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 7
Rationale: Formula: Volume to administer=Desired dose/Available dose ×Volume available. Calculation: 350 mg/250 mg × 5 mL=7 mL.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This helps maintain an open airway and allows for drainage of saliva or vomit reducing the risk of aspiration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about preventing disease transmission with the parents of a child who has a streptococcal infection. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Replacing the toothbrush after starting antibiotics helps to reduce the risk of reinfection.