ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Final Exam 2025 Questions
Extract:
A nurse has just received hand-off communication at the start of their shift.
Question 1 of 5
After reviewing each client's status, which of the following clients should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The toddler with aspiration and low oxygen saturation is at risk of airway obstruction, requiring immediate assessment to prevent respiratory distress.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 13-year-old adolescent in the pediatric emergency room who has a suspected head injury.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The first priority in managing a suspected head injury is assessing the adolescent's neurological status, airway, breathing, circulation, and level of consciousness. A physical examination helps determine the severity of the injury and guides further interventions.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with care for an 11-year-old child who has appendicitis.
Question 3 of 5
For which of the following complications should the nurse anticipate assisting with collecting data for the RN assessment of the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peritonitis is the most serious complication of appendicitis and occurs when the inflamed appendix ruptures, leading to infection of the peritoneal cavity. It presents with severe abdominal pain, fever, rigidity, and signs of systemic infection, requiring urgent medical intervention.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer lactated Ringer's solution IV to infuse at 120 mL/hr for a client who has a respiratory disorder. The drop factor on the manual IV tubing is 60 gtt/ml.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should set the IV flow rate to deliver how many gtt/min? (Round to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: 120
Rationale:
Total drops/hour = 120 mL/hr x 60 gtt/mL = 7200 gtt/hr. Drops per minute = 7200 gtt/hr / 60 min/hr = 120 gtt/min.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing education to a caregiver of a pediatric client about disease prevention related to thermal injuries.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Inadequate supervision increases the risk of burns from hot liquids, flames, and heated objects due to children's curiosity and limited danger awareness.