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ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
Extract:
A school-age child who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and his parents
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a school-age child who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and his parents about illness management. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Testing urine for ketones during illness prevents diabetic ketoacidosis. A is incorrect (hydration is key), B is valid but less urgent, and D is dangerous (insulin should not be withheld).
Extract:
A child who has nephrotic syndrome
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Facial edema is a hallmark of nephrotic syndrome due to protein loss and fluid retention. A indicates hematuria, B is incorrect (oliguria is more common), and D is not typical unless secondary complications arise.
Extract:
An adolescent who reports feeling shaky and is having difficulty speaking and concentrating, with a blood glucose level of 55 mg/dL
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tachycardia is expected in hypoglycemia (55 mg/dL) due to adrenaline release. A, B, and C are associated with hyperglycemia or other conditions.
Extract:
A school-age child who has acute glomerulonephritis with peripheral edema and is producing 35 mL of urine per hour
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should place the client on which of the following diets?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-sodium, fluid-restricted diet manages edema and fluid retention in acute glomerulonephritis. A, C, and D are less appropriate for addressing fluid and sodium imbalances.
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Question 5 of 5
Cushings Triad is an ominous sign including the following:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cushing's Triad (bradycardia, irregular respirations, widening pulse pressure) indicates increased intracranial pressure. A, B, and C are incorrect as they do not describe the triad.