ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Quiz Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a toddler who is scheduled for surgery. Which of the following information should the nurse recognize as a potential risk for a latex allergy?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with spina bifida are at higher risk for latex allergy due to repeated exposure to latex-containing medical products.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant who has heart failure and vomited following administration of digoxin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Withholding the next dose and consulting the provider is necessary, as vomiting may indicate digoxin toxicity.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the admission prescriptions for a 6-year-old child who has cystic fibrosis. For which of the following prescriptions should the nurse contact the child's provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Airway clearance therapy should follow bronchodilators to enhance effectiveness, as bronchodilators open airways first.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving prednisolone. For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prednisolone, a corticosteroid, can impair immune function and delay wound healing, requiring monitoring for signs of infection or delayed healing.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is 2 hr postoperative. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Comparing pedal pulses is crucial post-lower extremity surgery to detect compromised circulation, a priority to prevent complications.