ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 I Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an infant who has otitis media and is to receive amoxicillin 30 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hr. The child weighs 13 lb.
Question 1 of 5
How many mg should the nurse administer? (Round the answer to the nearest whole number.)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: 89 mg.
To determine the correct dosage, we need to calculate the average of the values provided (87, 89, 91, and 93). Adding them together gives 360. Dividing by 4 gives 90, which rounds to 89. A is too low, C and D are too high as the average of the values falls closest to 89.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a parent of a toddler how to prepare for the arrival of their newborn sibling.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the parent indicates to the nurse an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B because it demonstrates the parent's understanding of potential behavior changes in the toddler after the sibling's birth, such as seeking comfort from a pacifier. This statement shows awareness and preparedness for the toddler's emotional needs.
Choice A is incorrect as it doesn't address the toddler's emotional adjustment.
Choice C might create anxiety for the toddler as they may not fully comprehend the concept of time.
Choice D assumes the toddler's perception of the baby as a playmate, overlooking potential jealousy or insecurity issues.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching about home care to a parent of a 3-year-old child who has a fever.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Apply a light blanket if the child begins to shiver. This instruction is appropriate as shivering indicates the child is cold, and using a light blanket can help regulate their body temperature. B is incorrect as waking a child every 4 hours to drink apple juice may disrupt their sleep cycle. C is incorrect because taking the child's temperature every 10 minutes after acetaminophen administration is excessive and not necessary. D is incorrect as placing ice packs on the child's armpits and groin can lead to hypothermia and should not be done.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a school-age child following a femoral venous cardiac catheterization.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Keep the affected extremity straight for 4 hr. This action helps prevent bleeding or hematoma formation at the catheterization site by maintaining pressure on the vessel.
Choice A is incorrect because sterile dressing changes are typically done immediately after the procedure, not 8 hours later.
Choice C is important but not the immediate priority after catheterization.
Choice D is unnecessary as patients can resume normal diet post-procedure.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who is scheduled for insertion of an intrauterine device.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Witness the adolescent's signature on the consent form. This is the appropriate action because it ensures that the adolescent has personally consented to the procedure. It is important for the nurse to witness the signature to confirm that the adolescent understands the procedure and its risks. This also upholds the principle of autonomy and informed consent.
A: Encouraging the adolescent to wait to ask questions is not appropriate as it may delay informed decision-making.
B: Calling the guardian for verbal consent is not sufficient for a procedure requiring formal written consent.
C: Rescheduling the procedure without written consent does not address the issue of obtaining proper consent.
Summary: Witnessing the adolescent's signature on the consent form is crucial for ensuring informed consent and respecting the adolescent's autonomy.