ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
A patient exhibiting signs of infective endocarditis with proteinuria, ESR-14 mm/hr, weight gain of 2 kg, hemoglobin-13.8, temperature-102.5°F
Question 1 of 5
A pediatric nurse is concerned that her patient is exhibiting signs of infective endocarditis. Which of the following symptoms would lead the nurse to suspect that diagnosis?
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Fever is a hallmark of infective endocarditis, often persistent. A, B, C, and D are less specific or normal findings.
Extract:
A child with secondary hypertension
Question 2 of 5
The primary therapy for secondary hypertension in children is...
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Treating the underlying cause is the primary therapy for secondary hypertension in children, as it directly addresses the root issue. B, C, and D are supportive measures.
Extract:
A 10-year-old has undergone a cardiac catheterization.
Question 3 of 5
At the end of the procedure, the nurse should first assess
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing pulses first ensures adequate blood flow and detects vascular complications like thrombosis post-catheterization. A, C, and D are secondary assessments.
Extract:
A child with a disorder leading to cyanosis from deoxygenated blood entering the systemic arterial circulation
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following disorders leads to cyanosis from deoxygenated blood entering the systemic arterial circulation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tetralogy of Fallot causes cyanosis due to right-to-left shunting of deoxygenated blood. A, B, and C do not typically cause this.
Extract:
A 7-month-old son who was given peanuts for the second time for lunch and has vomited three times, is coughing, and looks flushed
Question 5 of 5
A mother calls her pediatrician's office concerned about her 7-month-old son. She gave him peanuts for the second time for lunch and he has vomited three times, is coughing and looks flushed. What is the priority of the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggest a severe allergic reaction, possibly anaphylaxis, requiring immediate emergency care. Calling 911 is the priority. A, B, and D are inappropriate or premature.