ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a toddler who has conjunctivitis. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cleaning the eye with a moist cloth removes secretions safely, reducing irritation. Wiping outward to inward risks contamination, and compresses or morning-only ointment are less effective or appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from a school-age child who has Cushing's syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rounded facial features ('moon face') are a hallmark of Cushing's syndrome due to cortisol-induced fat deposition. Weight gain, hypertension, and sleep disturbances are more typical than the other options.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing a child who has suspected bacterial meningitis for a lumbar puncture. Which of the following cerebrospinal fluid findings supports the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated total protein in CSF supports bacterial meningitis due to increased blood-brain barrier permeability. Decreased WBCs, elevated glucose, and low pressure contradict typical findings.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardians of a toddler who has cystic fibrosis. Which of the following diets should the nurse recommend for the toddler?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A high-protein, high-calorie diet meets the increased nutritional needs of cystic fibrosis due to malabsorption, supporting growth and preventing malnutrition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who received an initial dose of antibiotics 20 min ago. Which of the following findings is the priority to report to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wheezing may indicate an anaphylactic reaction to the antibiotic, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate reporting. Other findings are less urgent unless severe.