ATI RN
ATI Nurs 335 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A child has been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and is being treated with chemotherapy.
Question 1 of 5
Before administering the chemotherapy, the nurse will determine if this child has any infection-fighting capability by monitoring the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ANC measures neutrophils, critical for fighting infections, and is monitored to assess infection risk in chemotherapy patients.
Extract:
A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a 6-month-old infant who has a cleft palate.
Question 2 of 5
Which area should the nurse consider when addressing the child's overall development?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cleft palate significantly impacts speech development, requiring early intervention.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer clonazepam 1.5 mg PO in 3 equally divided doses every 8 hr for a client who has seizures.
Question 3 of 5
How many tablets should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Calculation: 1.5 mg ÷ 3 = 0.5 mg/dose; 0.5 mg ÷ 0.5 mg/tablet = 1 tablet.
Extract:
A nurse is screening a child for epilepsy.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following questions should the nurse ask the client's parent?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about an aura helps identify focal seizures, aiding epilepsy screening.
Extract:
A child has been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and is being treated with chemotherapy.
Question 5 of 5
Before administering the chemotherapy, the nurse will determine if this child has any infection-fighting capability by monitoring the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ANC measures neutrophils, critical for fighting infections, and is monitored to assess infection risk in chemotherapy patients.