ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has a sprained wrist. Which of the following interventions should the nurse instruct the parent to implement during the first 12 to 24 hr to minimize swelling?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevation reduces swelling. A, C, D may increase it.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of parents about adolescent suicide. Which of the following findings poses the highest risk of suicide completion in adolescents?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bipolar disorder heightens suicide risk due to mood instability. A, B, C are lesser risks.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to collect a stool specimen from an infant to check for the presence of ova and parasites. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swabbing is effective for ova detection. A, C, D risk contamination or inaccuracy.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a family practice clinic is collecting data from a school-age child. Which of the following behavioral findings should the nurse identify as a possible indication of sexual abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Withdrawal may signal trauma like abuse. B, C, D are less specific.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a child who has heart failure and is taking furosemide. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication that the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reduced edema shows fluid removal, furosemide's goal. A, C, D are unrelated.