ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics nursing 2023 III Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of a preschooler who has a hip fracture and is in a spica cast. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of infection?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hot spots suggest infection. Itching, edema, and pain are common but not specific to infection.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has gastroesophageal reflux disease and a new prescription for lansoprazole capsules. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chewing destroys lansoprazole's coating. Sublingual use is incorrect. Four times daily exceeds typical dosing. Administering 30 minutes before breakfast optimizes acid reduction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the guardian of a school-age child who has a severe peanut allergy. Which of the following information should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Peanut allergies are usually lifelong. Avoiding all nuts isn't necessary unless specified. An epinephrine auto-injector is critical for anaphylaxis. Severity doesn't increase with exposure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for a group of clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse plan to see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lethargy in endocarditis signals potential worsening, requiring urgent assessment. Other findings are expected or chronic.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of several clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following client conditions requires contact precautions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: C. difficile spreads via contact, requiring precautions. Others spread via droplets, not necessitating contact precautions.