ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
Extract:
A 9 yr. old child with both hydrocephalus and a cardiac defect weighs 55 pounds. He requires digoxin by mouth once daily, the dose should be held if there are any symptoms of toxicity. After listening to the apical rate for one full minute, you note it is only 50.
Question 1 of 5
Should you administer the digoxin as ordered?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An apical rate of 50 indicates bradycardia, a sign of digoxin toxicity. Digoxin should be held to prevent worsening toxicity. B, C, and D risk harm by ignoring the toxicity symptom.
Extract:
An adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an adolescent who has type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Annual influenza vaccination reduces infection risks in type 1 diabetes. B is for type 2 diabetes, C is incorrect (glucagon treats hypoglycemia), and D is wrong (insulin is injected subcutaneously, not intramuscularly).
Extract:
A toddler diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements by a mother of a toddler diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome indicates that the mother understands the teaching about the disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Avoiding high-sodium foods like chips and bologna shows understanding of dietary needs in nephrotic syndrome to reduce fluid retention. A, B, and D reflect misunderstandings about treatment.
Extract:
A patient with vesicoureteral reflux
Question 4 of 5
We know that reflux refers to the retrograde flow of bladder urine into the ureters, which of the following items are important information in the patient's history? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Developmental milestones and UTI history are critical for assessing vesicoureteral reflux risk and severity. A and B (gender) are not significant factors.
Extract:
A child who has autism spectrum disorder
Question 5 of 5
A nurse in a special education program is planning care for a child who has autism spectrum disorder. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A flexible schedule incorporating the child's interests enhances engagement and reduces stress in autism spectrum disorder. A and B undermine structure, and D, while helpful, is less specific to schedule planning.