ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a school-age child who is being discharged following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A. My child will need to stay out of school for 3 to 4 weeks.B. I will restrict my child's fluid intake for the next 48 hours.C. I will not let my child take a bath for the next 3 days.D. My child will have drainage at the catheterization site for 3 to 5 days.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Avoiding baths for 3 days keeps the site dry, preventing infection. Extended absence, fluid restriction, or expected drainage are incorrect.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with an adolescent client who has a new diagnosis of lactose intolerance. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

A. You should eat flavored yogurt instead of plain yogurt.B. You should limit your intake of calcium-fortified orange juice.C. You should drink rice milk instead of cow's milk.D. You should gradually increase lactose products in your diet.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Rice milk is lactose-free, suitable for lactose intolerance. Yogurt flavor doesn't reduce lactose, juice is a good calcium source, and increasing lactose causes symptoms.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is preparing to administer three medications to a child who is receiving continuous enteral feedings via a gastrostomy tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Flush the gastrostomy tube with 10 mL of formula between each medication.B. Dilute viscous medications with water.C. Add the medications to the bag of formula.D. Combine the medications together in one syringe.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Diluting viscous medications with water prevents clogging and ensures delivery. Flushing with formula, adding to the bag, or combining medications risks interactions or blockages.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with the guardians of a toddler. Which of the following snack foods should the nurse recommend?

A. Hard-boiled eggB. Raw carrotsC. GrapesD. Popcorn

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A hard-boiled egg is safe and nutritious, avoiding choking risks posed by raw carrots, grapes, and popcorn, which are hazards for toddlers due to their size and texture.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a school-age child who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Prevent movement of the child's extremities.B. Administer magnesium sulfate to the child.C. Put a tongue blade between the child's teeth.D. Place a folded blanket under the child's head.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Padding under the head prevents injury during a seizure. Restraining, magnesium, or tongue blades risk harm or are inappropriate.

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