ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
A 12-year-old child
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching about growth and development to a parent of a 12-year-old child. The nurse should instruct the parent to expect the child to exhibit which of the following characteristics during early adolescence.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mood swings are common in early adolescence due to hormonal changes, affecting emotional regulation.
Extract:
An infant for venipuncture
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to perform a venipuncture to collect a blood sample from an infant. Which of the following restraints should the nurse plan to use for this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Mummy restraints securely wrap the infant, exposing only the venipuncture site, ensuring safety and minimal movement.
Extract:
A preschooler post-Wilms' tumor removal
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning to admit a preschooler from the PACU following removal of a Wilms' tumor. Which of the following children should the nurse identify as an appropriate roommate for the preschooler?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A child with a fractured femur is non-contagious, ensuring safety for the immunocompromised preschooler post-surgery.
Extract:
A preschool-age child who experienced the death of a sibling
Question 4 of 5
A nurse in a family practice clinic is assessing a preschool-age child who recently experienced the death of a sibling. Which of the following reactions is an age-appropriate response to death?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Preschoolers often view death as temporary, making curiosity about the sibling's body an age-appropriate response.
Extract:
An adolescent with an arm cast
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is educating an adolescent following the application of an arm cast. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elevating the arm on pillows reduces swelling and promotes healing, demonstrating proper cast care understanding.