ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 New Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 13-year-old with a tibia, fibula fracture, what is the priority assessment after a cast has been applied?
Question 1 of 5
Assess the client's ability to use crutches
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Worsening pain after a fracture or cast placement may indicate complications such as compartment syndrome, a medical emergency.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a newborn for manifestations of a large patent ductus arteriosus.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A widened pulse pressure is commonly seen in large PDA due to continuous blood flow from the aorta to the pulmonary arteries.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching nursing students about rhabdomyosarcoma.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement is the most descriptive of rhabdomyosarcoma?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rhabdomyosarcoma is a soft tissue cancer that most commonly affects the head and neck in children.
Extract:
A nurse is providing care for an infant with new casts for the treatment of club foot.
Question 4 of 5
Which intervention is appropriate in promoting the infant's comfort and preventing complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the legs on a pillow helps reduce swelling and discomfort while the cast is healing.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child with coarctation of the aorta. On assessment the nurse finds stronger pulses in the upper extremities than in the lower extremities. The blood pressure In the child's arms is higher than in the child's legs.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is a priority Intervention the nurse should implement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should notify the cardiologist for further evaluation and management of coarctation of the aorta.