ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Proctored Questions
Extract:
An adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An HbA1c of 11.5% indicates poor long-term glucose control, posing significant risks for complications, making it the priority.
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 child post-tonsillectomy
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child in the PACU following a tonsillectomy. Which of the following finding requires immediate intervention by the nurse should the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent swallowing may indicate active bleeding from the surgical site, requiring immediate intervention to prevent significant blood loss.
Extract:
A 2-month-old infant receiving immunizations
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to administer immunizations to a 2-month -old infant. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to decrease the infant pain.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breastfeeding during injections reduces pain and distress, providing comfort and distraction.
Extract:
An adolescent who is lactose intolerant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is planning to teach an adolescent who is lactose intolerant about dietary guidelines. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Non-dairy calcium sources like broccoli or fortified products meet nutritional needs without triggering lactose intolerance symptoms.