ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Vital Signs
0730:
3-year-old toddler presents to the clinic with guardian. Guardian reports toddler woke up coughing and had a low-grade fever. Alert and restless in guardian's arms. Respirations easy, no cough noted.
0800:
Toddler became agitated. Hoarse cry noted with audible, inspiratory stridor. Barking, non-productive cough present.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing the collected data. For each finding, click to specify if the finding is consistent with acute laryngotracheobronchitis or pneumonia. Each finding may support more than 1 disease process.
| Options | Acute Laryngotracheobronchitis | Pneumonia |
|---|---|---|
| Type of cough | ||
| Irritability | ||
| Fever | ||
| Stridor |
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Barking cough is specific to croup. B. Irritability can occur in both due to discomfort. C. Fever is common in both infections. D. Stridor is characteristic of croup, not typical in pneumonia.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is collecting data from an adolescent who has hypocalcemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tinnitus is unrelated to hypocalcemia. B. BP isn't typically elevated in hypocalcemia. C. Constipation isn't common; neuromuscular issues are. D. Muscle tremors occur due to increased excitability from low calcium.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of parents about immunizations. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Varicella is given after 12 months. B, C, D are incorrect schedules.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning to collect a stool specimen from an infant to check for the presence of ova and parasites. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Swabbing is effective for ova detection. A, C, D risk contamination or inaccuracy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assisting with the care of a preschooler who sustained a major burn injury 5 days ago. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of sepsis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Disorientation indicates systemic infection affecting the brain. A, C, D are less specific.