ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
A child who weighs 33 pounds
Question 1 of 5
An order of Rocephin 500 mg IV q 12 h has been ordered for a child who weighs 33 pounds. According to the drug guide, the safe dose for this medication is 75 mg/kg/day divided into q 12 h doses. What is the safe dosage (of a single dose) of this med for this patient?
Correct Answer: 562.5 mg
Rationale:
To calculate the safe dosage for the patient, first convert the weight from pounds to kilograms, knowing that 1 kilogram equals 2.2 pounds. The child weighs 33 pounds, which is approximately 15 kilograms (33 / 2.2). According to the drug guide, the safe dosage is 75 mg/kg/day. For a child weighing 15 kg, the total safe daily dosage would be 1125 mg (15 kg * 75 mg/kg). Since the medication is to be divided into two doses per day (every 12 hours), the safe single dose would be half of the daily dosage, which is 562.5 mg.
Extract:
Children
Question 2 of 5
Play serves many purposes for children. In teaching parents about appropriate activities, the nurse should inform them that play serves which of the following function? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: A: Play promotes cognitive development by allowing children to explore and solve problems, enhancing critical thinking skills. B: Play is crucial for social development, helping children learn to interact, share, and cooperate with others. C: Through play, children develop language skills by practicing communication and expanding their vocabulary. E: Physical development is supported by play through activities that improve motor skills, strength, and coordination.
Extract:
Infants
Question 3 of 5
Which words below describe those patterns? (select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,D,F,G
Rationale: A: Development typically progresses from the head (top) to the feet (bottom), reflecting a cephalocaudal pattern. D: The development pattern from the center (proximal) to the periphery (distal) is known as the proximodistal pattern of development. F: Development does move from simple skills to more complex skills as infants grow. G: Growth and development indeed follow a pathway from general skills to more specific tasks as children refine their abilities.
Extract:
A preschool-age child scheduled for a lumbar puncture
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: B: Applying EMLA cream (lidocaine/prilocaine) at least an hour prior to the procedure helps numb the skin, making the lumbar puncture less painful. C: Offering a cup of juice and crackers can help distract the child and provide comfort during the waiting period.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following strategies should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: A: Staying dry for extended periods and waking up dry are clear indicators that the child may be ready for potty training. B: Encouraging the child to sit on the potty, even without using it, helps familiarize them with the process, which is beneficial for readiness. D: Waiting for signs of interest and the ability to follow simple instructions respects the child's developmental readiness, making the transition smoother.