ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam Nursing 228 Questions
Extract:
A preschooler
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is explaining to parents that the preschooler's developmental task is focused on the development of initiative rather than guilt. What is a priority intervention the nurse might recommend for parents of preschoolers to stimulate initiative?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rewarding initiative reinforces positive behavior, fostering self-esteem and encouraging further initiative, aligning with the preschooler's developmental task.
Extract:
A 2-year-old child adopted from Guatemala
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is examining a 2-year-old child who was adopted from Guatemala. What would be a priority screening for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Screening for infectious diseases is critical for internationally adopted children to detect prevalent conditions from their country of origin, prioritizing health safety.
Extract:
Parents of adolescents
Question 3 of 5
The school nurse is conducting a seminar for parents of adolescents on how to communicate with teenagers. Which guidelines might the nurse recommend? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Face-to-face communication, admitting uncertainty, and asking about feelings foster open, honest dialogue, enhancing parent-teen relationships.
Extract:
A preschooler
Question 4 of 5
Which food suggestion would be most appropriate for the mother of a preschooler to ensure an adequate intake of calcium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: White beans are a rich, bioavailable source of calcium, ideal for supporting bone health in preschoolers, unlike spinach, which contains oxalates that inhibit calcium absorption.
Extract:
A 4-year-old girl afraid of cats and dogs
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old girl. The mother says that the girl is afraid of cats and dogs and does not like to go to the playground anymore because she wants to avoid the dogs that are often being walked at the park. What should the nurse tell the mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging the fear and developing coping strategies supports the child's emotional growth, helping her manage anxiety without avoidance or force.