ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
What is the primary difference between a Power of Attorney (POA) and a Healthcare Proxy?
Question 1 of 5
POA can be revoked by a healthcare provider.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: POA revocation is by the grantor or court, not providers. POA doesn't require court appointment; both involve medical decisions in some cases. POA applies to all ages, not just minors. POA covers financial matters, while a Healthcare Proxy focuses on medical decisions.
Extract:
The RN reviews therapeutic and nontherapeutic communication techniques with a group of nursing students.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following demonstrates the use of therapeutic communication techniques?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sharing personal experiences shifts focus from the patient, making it nontherapeutic. Asking for a demonstration encourages engagement and education, a therapeutic approach. Offering false reassurance like 'you will be okay' or 'don't worry' dismisses concerns and is nontherapeutic.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a preschooler who has neutropenia.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vaccines risk infection in neutropenia. Rectal temperatures can cause injury. Avoiding raw produce reduces infection risk from pathogens. Daily bathing is needed for hygiene.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a child who has asthma about using a metered-dose inhaler with a mouthpiece.
Question 4 of 5
Identify the sequence of steps the nurse should instruct the child to take.
Correct Answer: A,C,B,D
Rationale: Correct sequence: Depress canister while inhaling (
A), hold breath for 10 seconds (
C), remove inhaler (
B), exhale slowly (
D). This ensures medication delivery and absorption.
Extract:
A nurse is planning postoperative care for an adolescent following scoliosis repair with spinal instrumentation.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ambulating at 12 hours is too soon. Logrolling every 2 hours maintains spinal alignment, preventing complications. A 30° angle risks strain. Early sips risk aspiration; patients are typically NPO longer.