ATI RN
ATI Nur235 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
Pediatric client with nephrotic syndrome.
Question 1 of 5
In caring for a pediatric client with nephrotic syndrome, which intervention should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Daily weighing on the same scale monitors fluid status, critical for managing nephrotic syndrome.
Extract:
Preadolescent client with curvature of the spine.
Question 2 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:
Client with acute glomerulonephritis.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute glomerulonephritis. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan when caring for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Antibiotics are necessary if glomerulonephritis is post-streptococcal to treat the underlying infection.
Extract:
Pediatric client with nephrotic syndrome.
Question 4 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.
Extract:
Pediatric client with leukemia receiving chemotherapy, platelets 19,500/mcl, hemoglobin 11 g/dL, WBC 9,800/mcl.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse analyzes the laboratory values of a pediatric client with leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy. The nurse notes the following lab values: platelets 19,500/mcl (nl. 140,000-400,000/mcL), hemoglobin 11 g/dL (nl. 12-16 g/dL), white blood cell count 9,800/mcl (nl. 5,000-10,000/mcL). Based on these findings, which intervention should the nurse prioritize in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A critically low platelet count (19,500/mcl) increases bleeding risk, making bleeding precautions the priority.