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ATI Nur 270 Pediatrics GI Questions
Extract:
A child with acute abdominal pain, currant-jelly-like stools and suspected intussusception.
Question 1 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 (often a contrast enema) can be used to treat intussusception by helping to unfold the intestine, making it a commonly discussed procedure.
Extract:
A child who is in sickle cell crisis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who is in sickle cell crisis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain is the hallmark symptom of a sickle cell crisis due to vaso-occlusive episodes leading to ischemia and tissue damage.
Extract:
A child with leukemia, a central venous access device, and chemotherapy-induced immunosuppression.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a child with leukemia, a central venous access device, and chemotherapy-induced immunosuppression. Which of the following SHOULD NOT be included in the teaching plan for the child and parents about reducing the child's risk for infection? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Encouraging frequent close contact with visitors and using fresh flowers/plants increase infection risk in an immunocompromised child.
Extract:
A 17-year-old female client who has severe acne.
Question 4 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 9-year-old client after a bee sting, experiencing nausea and vomiting, blood pressure 68/40 mm Hg, pulse 148 beats/minute, O2 saturation 86%, and dyspneic.
Question 5 of 5
A 9-year-old client presents to the emergency department after a bee sting and experiencing bouts of nausea and vomiting. The nurse notes the client's blood pressure is 68/40 mm Hg, pulse is 148 beats/minute. 02 saturation is 86%, and the child is dyspneic. Which action is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Giving epinephrine is the priority action as it counteracts the anaphylactic reaction, improves blood pressure, and alleviates respiratory distress.