ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a child who has head lice. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Boiling combs and brushes for 10 minutes kills lice and nits effectively. Petroleum jelly, short sealing, or spraying carpets are inadequate.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a toddler about viral conjunctivitis. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wiping outward from the inner canthus prevents infection spread. Continuous compresses, antibiotics (for viral infection), and corticosteroids are inappropriate or risky.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assisting in the care of a child who has cystic fibrosis and a prescription for pancreatic enzymes. Which of the following outcomes is a desired effect of the pancreatic enzymes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes improve digestion, aiming for normal stools. Oxygen saturation and glucose aren't directly affected, and weight loss is undesirable.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a toddler who was admitted for acute diarrhea. Which of the following actions is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: IV fluid therapy is the priority for severe dehydration in acute diarrhea when oral intake fails, restoring fluid balance quickly.
Extract:
Nurses Notes
0730
3-year-old toddler presents to the clinic with guardian. Guardian reports toddler woke up coughing and had a low-grade fever. Alert and restless in guardian's arms. Respirations easy, no cough noted
0800
Toddler became agitated. Hoarse cry noted with audible, inspiratory stridor, Barking non-productive cough present.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse identifies the parent is having difficulty discussing the metastasis of the cancer with their adolescent. The nurse should ___ and ___
Correct Answer: B, D
Rationale: Supporting the parent emotionally and suggesting a delay respects their role and timing, aiding effective communication.