ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics 2023 Questions
Extract:
Preschool-age child with sleep terrors
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a parent of a preschool-age child about management of sleep terrors. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Correct Answer: A. Staying uninvolved avoids reinforcing sleep terrors unless safety is an issue. B. Parent’s bed risks dependency. C. Counseling isn’t first-line. D. TV disrupts sleep cycles.
Extract:
10-month-old infant having difficulty eating, fed goat milk
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a 10-month-old infant who is having difficulty eating. The parent is feeding their infant goat milk. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Formula meets nutritional needs, unlike goat milk. A. Soy milk lacks infant nutrients. C. Warming doesn't fix nutritional inadequacy. D. Breastfeeding may not be an option.
Extract:
Client postoperative following placement of a halo vest to manage a cervical vertebral fracture
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following placement of a halo vest to manage a cervical vertebral fracture. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pin site care is crucial to prevent infection. The nurse should assess the pin sites regularly for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, drainage, or increased pain. A. Using a turning sheet could disturb spinal alignment. B. Tightening screws without direction can harm the client. C. Neck movement is contraindicated with a halo vest.
Extract:
School-age child
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a school-age child about bicycle safety. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Walking through intersections reduces collision risk, enhancing safety. B. 3 feet from the curb is safe but not the primary instruction here. C. Feet should touch the ground for control, not be 3-6 inches off. D. Riding against traffic increases collision risk.
Extract:
Child for a lumbar puncture
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is preparing a child for a lumbar puncture. In which of the following positions should the child be placed for the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lateral position with knees to chest widens vertebral spaces for the procedure. A. Prone doesn't allow access. C. Semi-Fowler's is too upright. D. Supine doesn't facilitate needle insertion.