ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a toddler who has conjunctivitis. Which of the following statements by the guardian indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a separate washcloth prevents infection spread, critical for contagious conjunctivitis. Other methods risk worsening or misapply treatment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer medication to an infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An oral syringe ensures accurate, safe delivery. Mixing with formula or honey risks incomplete dosing or botulism, and back-of-throat dropper risks choking.
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 3 of 5
A nurse in a clinic is assisting with the care of a 3-year-old toddler. For each finding, specify if consistent with acute laryngotracheobronchitis or pneumonia.
| Finding | Acute laryngotracheobronchitis | Pneumonia |
|---|---|---|
| Fever | ||
| Stridor | ||
| Type of cough | ||
| Irritability |
Correct Answer: A (Both), B (Laryngotracheobronchitis), C (Laryngotracheobronchitis), D (Both)
Rationale: Fever and irritability occur in both; stridor and barking cough are specific to laryngotracheobronchitis, not pneumonia.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has heart failure and is formula-fed. Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate to meet the infant's nutritional needs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Feeding at the first hunger sign allows small, frequent meals, reducing heart workload. Firm nipples, thickening, or diluting worsen fatigue or nutrition.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing dietary teaching with the guardians of a toddler. Which of the following snack foods should the nurse recommend?
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.