ATI RN
ATI Nur223g Pediatrics Sect 2 Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A toddler with temper tantrums.
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parents of a toddler about temper tantrums. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Temper tantrums are a normal developmental phase where toddlers express frustration and attempt to gain control of their environment.
Extract:
A 6-week-old infant who has a pyloric stenosis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 6-week-old infant who has a pyloric stenosis. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Projectile vomiting is a classic sign of pyloric stenosis due to the obstruction of the pylorus, preventing normal stomach emptying.
Extract:
A 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft lip and palate. The provider prescribes restraints.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft lip and palate. The provider prescribes restraints. The nurse should apply which of the following types of restraints for this infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elbow restraints are typically used for infants following oral surgeries to prevent them from putting their hands to their mouth, important for cleft lip and palate repairs.
Extract:
An 8-year-old child who has acute rheumatic fever.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an 8-year-old child who has acute rheumatic fever. Which of the following assessments is the nurse's priority immediately after admission?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Auscultating the rate and characteristics of the child's heart sounds is the priority assessment because acute rheumatic fever can cause carditis, which affects the heart valves and can lead to serious complications. Early detection of any cardiac involvement is crucial for timely intervention and management.
Extract:
A 3-month-old admitted with severe diarrhea. Yesterday, the infant weighed 11 pounds (5 kg). Today, this infant weighs 9 pounds, 8 ounces (4.3 kg).
Question 5 of 5
A 3-month-old is admitted with severe diarrhea. Based on this information the nurse documents that the infant has:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A weight loss of 10% or more in infants within a short period is indicative of severe dehydration. The significant weight loss from 5 kg to 4.3 kg confirms this diagnosis.