ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Assessment 2022 Questions
Extract:
A child who appears extremely ill with a high fever, unable to control their oral secretions, with voice hoarseness and inspiratory stridor and inspiratory sternal retractions while breathing
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a child who appears extremely ill with a high fever, unable to control their oral secretions, with voice hoarseness and inspiratory stridor and inspiratory sternal retractions while breathing. The nurse suspects epiglottitis. Which would the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Epiglottitis is a medical emergency requiring immediate airway management. Contacting the physician for an advanced airway is critical. B, C, and D may delay care or worsen obstruction.
Extract:
A 12-month-old infant with mild diarrhea
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing home-care instructions to a mother of a 12-month-old infant with mild diarrhea. Which would the nurse instruct the mother to do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased water intake prevents dehydration in mild diarrhea. A exacerbates diarrhea, B removes beneficial breast milk, and D is unnecessary.
Extract:
A child who is experiencing a seizure
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child who is experiencing a seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Positioning the child laterally prevents aspiration and maintains a clear airway. A, C, and D risk injury or are ineffective.
Extract:
A 6-year-old child experiencing itchy, red, and swollen eyes
Question 4 of 5
The parent of a 6-year-old child arrives at a clinic because the child has been experiencing itchy, red, and swollen eyes. The nurse notes a discharge from the eyes and sends a culture to the laboratory for analysis. Chlamydial conjunctivitis is diagnosed. On the basis of this diagnosis, the nurse determines that which requires further investigation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chlamydial conjunctivitis in a child may indicate sexual abuse, as Chlamydia trachomatis is typically transmitted via genital secretions. B, C, and D are less likely causes.
Extract:
A child
Question 5 of 5
A school nurse is performing screening examinations for scoliosis. Which signs of scoliosis should the nurse assess for? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: A: Scoliosis involves lateral curvature and vertebral rotation. C: Unequal rib heights result from spinal asymmetry. D: Chest asymmetry is common due to curvature. B, E, and F indicate normal symmetry, not scoliosis.