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ATI Nur 270 Pediatrics GI GU Exam Questions
Extract:
A 3-day-old newborn infant who presented with abdominal distension and failure to pass meconium
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is discussing the treatment of congenital aganglionic megacolon (Hirschsprungs disease) with the caregivers of a 3-day-old newborn infant who presented with abdominal distension and failure to pass meconium. Which statement is the best explanation of the treatment for this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The primary treatment for Hirschsprung's disease is surgical intervention to remove the affected bowel segment.
Extract:
A 17-year-old female client who has severe acne
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to a 17-year-old female client who has severe acne about the use of isotretinoin. Which of the following adverse effects should the nurse instruct the client is the priority to report immediately to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Feelings of isolation and depression are serious side effects associated with isotretinoin and should be reported immediately due to the risk of self-harm or suicidal thoughts.
Extract:
A 14-year-old male client with sickle cell anemia
Question 3 of 5
The nurses reviewing triggers of sickle cell crisis with a 14-year-old male client with sickle cell anemia. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Frequent handwashing, avoiding cold weather, staying hydrated, and adhering to medications help prevent sickle cell crises; restricting fluids is incorrect.
Extract:
School-age children with pediculosis capitis
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reviewing management of pediculosis capitis with the parents of school-age children during a presentation. In addition to medicated shampoo or cream rinse, the treatment for head lice may also include which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All of the provided options are appropriate measures for managing pediculosis capitis effectively.
Extract:
A child with acute abdominal pain, currant-jelly-like stools and suspected intussusception
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing care to a child with acute abdominal pain, currant-jelly-like stools and suspected intussusception. The nurse will discuss with the caregivers that the child will have which procedure
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An enema with air infusion can be used to treat intussusception by helping to unfold the intestine, making it a commonly discussed procedure.