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ATI Nur209 Pediatrics Final Assessment 2025 Questions
Extract:
A 2-year-old child with cystic fibrosis
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a 2-year-old child with cystic fibrosis for discharge home. Which statement made by the parents suggests that additional education is necessary?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes are required for cystic fibrosis due to pancreatic insufficiency, regardless of appetite or bowel movements, indicating a need for further education.
Extract:
A 16-year-old with bruising around eyes and neck
Question 2 of 5
A 16-year-old is brought to the emergency room by her boyfriend with bruising around her eyes and neck. When asked what happened she states, 'I walked into a door.' What are the most appropriate interventions by the nurse? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Maintaining a calm demeanor, asking about safety, interviewing privately, and contacting police (if mandated) address suspected abuse safely. Confronting the boyfriend risks escalation.
Extract:
An 18-hour-old infant with hyperbilirubenemia
Question 3 of 5
An 18-hour-old infant with hyperbilirubenemia is placed under phototherapy bank lights. Which of the following is an appropriate intervention for this infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Maximizing skin exposure ensures effective phototherapy by allowing light to break down bilirubin. The infant should wear only a diaper, and swaddling or lotions should be avoided.
Extract:
A 19-year-old with painful lesions, fever, headache, vaginal discharge, diagnosed with HSV-2
Question 4 of 5
A 19-year-old goes to Planned Parenthood clinic with complaints of painful lesions, fever, headache, and vaginal discharge. After testing she is diagnosed with Herpes simplex virus type 2. What education should the nurse include in a teaching plan? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Barrier protection, handwashing, and perineal care reduce HSV-2 transmission and complications. Penicillin is ineffective, and Gardasil protects against HPV, not HSV.
Extract:
A postmature infant
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a postmature infant. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: D,E
Rationale: Postmature infants have well-defined sole creases and dry, peeling skin due to prolonged gestation, unlike vernix or short nails.