ATI LPN
ATI LPN Pediatics Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is talking with a 13-year-old female client who is having her annual health-screening visit. Which of the following comments by the client should concern the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This statement indicates social isolation and potential issues with peer relationships which can be a red flag for emotional distress or depression.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer amoxicillin 350 mg PO. The amount available is amoxicillin oral solution 250 mg/5 mL. How many ml. should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest tenth/whole number. Use a leading zero if it applies. Do not use a trailing zero.)
Correct Answer: 7
Rationale: Formula: Volume to administer=Desired dose/Available dose ×Volume available. Calculation: 350 mg/250 mg × 5 mL=7 mL.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing discharge teaching with the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the parent requires a clarification of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting are typically associated with hyperglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis (DK
A) not hypoglycaemia. Hypoglycaemia usually presents with symptoms like sweating shakiness confusion and hunger.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Albuterol is a short-acting beta-agonist that provides rapid bronchodilation. It is the first-line medication for immediate relief of bronchospasm during an acute asthma attack.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This helps maintain an open airway and allows for drainage of saliva or vomit reducing the risk of aspiration.