ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
School-age client with asthma, PEFR at 45% of personal best.
Question 1 of 5
A school-age client with asthma has been monitoring their daily peak expiratory flow rates(PEFR). The client's mother calls the clinic to report that the PEFR was at 45% of their personal best. Which guidance should the nurse provide to the mother?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 45% PEFR, a quick-relief inhaler like albuterol is needed for a moderate asthma exacerbation.
Extract:
3-day-old newborn suspected of Hirschsprung disease.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 3-day-old newborn and suspects Hirschsprung disease. What finding best supports the nurse's concern?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failure to pass meconium within 24-48 hours is a classic sign of Hirschsprung disease due to intestinal blockage.
Extract:
14-year-old client with celiac disease.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old client diagnosed with celiac disease. The nurse knows that the client understands the diet instructions when they request which of the following meals?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cheese, banana, rice cakes, and milk are gluten-free, suitable for celiac disease.
Extract:
Pediatric client with nephrotic syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a pediatric client who has been admitted with nephrotic syndrome. Which medication should the nurse expect to administer for the therapeutic management of nephrotic syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prednisone reduces inflammation and proteinuria, key in managing nephrotic syndrome.
Extract:
4-year-old admitted with acute diarrhea and dehydration.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old who was admitted with acute diarrhea and dehydration. Which finding indicates that oral rehydration therapy has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A urine specific gravity of 1.015 within the normal range indicates adequate hydration, showing effective rehydration therapy.