ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
8-month-old undergoing primitive reflex assessment.
Question 1 of 5
During a routine assessment of an 8-month-old, the nurse is assessing primitive reflexes. Which finding should the nurse expect for an infant of this age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Babinski reflex, with toes fanning upward, is normal at 8 months and persists until 12-24 months.
Extract:
Pediatric client with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should instruct the family of a pediatric client with newly diagnosed hyperthyroidism to expect which of the following symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Weight loss is common in hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolic rate.
Extract:
Preadolescent client with curvature of the spine.
Question 3 of 5
While assessing a preadolescent client, the nurse notes curvature of the client's spine. Which statement by the parent supports this observation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Difficulty fitting pants evenly suggests scoliosis-related hip asymmetry, supporting the observation of spinal curvature.
Extract:
School-age client with asthma, PEFR at 45% of personal best.
Question 4 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:
Pediatric client with nephrotic syndrome.
Question 5 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.