ATI RN
ATI Nsg 234 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is providing post-operative tonsillectomy instructions to the parents of a child.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse informs the parents that the greatest risk for postoperative hemorrhage can occur during which of the following time frames?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The greatest risk for post-operative hemorrhage after a tonsillectomy is typically 7 to 10 days post-surgery when the scabs formed in the throat start to fall off.
Extract:
A nurse educator is instructing new nurses on education for pediatric patients with hearing loss.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse stresses that parents need to continue to follow up with specialists and be educated about hearing aids and cochlear implants. What other advice could the nurse add to the education?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Interacting using American Sign Language is highly beneficial for children with hearing loss, fostering effective communication and inclusion.
Extract:
A nurse is providing education to the parents of a 4-year-old child with acute epiglottitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse recognizes that the parents need further teaching when they make which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Children with acute epiglottitis typically experience a high fever, not a lower temperature. A fever is a common sign of infection in this condition.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old client diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome.
Question 4 of 5
Which information should be included in the teaching plan for the parents?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Early intervention programs are crucial for children with Fragile X syndrome to address developmental delays, speech, and socialization skills.
Extract:
4-year-old presented to the ER with the parents with complaints of bowel incontinence, extremity weakness and neck pain. Child has a history of Trisomy 21 with atlantoaxial stability. began having neck pain 24 hours ago after falling off the steps.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following symptoms require priority interventions? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Continuous neck pain, loss of bladder control, and loss of motor skills are critical symptoms suggesting possible spinal cord compression in a child with atlantoaxial instability.