ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
A child receiving treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the complete blood count results for a child who is receiving treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the treatment is having a therapeutic effect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A platelet count of 150,000/mm³ indicates bone marrow recovery, a sign of effective leukemia treatment.
Extract:
A 15-month-old child scheduled for MMR vaccine
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a 15-month-old child who is scheduled to receive measles, mumps, rubella. Which of the following findings Should the nurse identify as a contradiction for receiving the vaccine?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neomycin allergy is a contraindication for the MMR vaccine, as it may cause a severe allergic reaction.
Extract:
A 6-month-old infant
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a parent of a 6-month-old infant about home safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Gates at stairs and a low crib mattress prevent falls, critical safety measures for a mobile infant.
Extract:
An adolescent with muscular dystrophy
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is creating a plan of care for an adolescent who has muscular dystrophy. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Incentive spirometry helps maintain lung capacity, preventing respiratory complications common in muscular dystrophy.
Extract:
A client with a halo vest for cervical vertebral fracture
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative placement of a halo vest to manage a cervical vertebral fracture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a turning sheet prevents skin breakdown, ensuring safe repositioning while maintaining cervical stability.