ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam NURS 243 Spring 2014 Questions
Extract:
An adolescent girl.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching an adolescent girl about appropriate food choices. Which of the following best explains how to answer Questions based on cognitive development?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adolescents' abstract thinking allows them to plan and understand long-term consequences of food choices, supporting informed decision-making.
Extract:
An infant with a tracheoesophageal fistula scheduled for surgery.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an infant with a tracheoesophageal fistula who is scheduled for surgery. What actions should the nurse anticipate taking in the pre-operative and intra-operative period?
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Famotidine reduces gastric acid reflux, antibiotics prevent infection, IV fluids maintain hydration, and oxygen ensures adequate levels, while enteral feeds risk aspiration.
Extract:
An adolescent girl.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching an adolescent girl about appropriate food choices. Which of the following best explains how to answer Questions based on cognitive development?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adolescents' abstract thinking allows them to plan and understand long-term consequences of food choices, supporting informed decision-making.
Extract:
A 6-year-old admitted due to dehydration following a tonsillectomy 26 hours ago, with vital signs: Temperature: 100.9°F, Pulse: 150 bpm, Respiration: 28, Blood Pressure: 88/50, Pain: Throat 10.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is providing care for a 6-year-old patient who was admitted due to dehydration following a tonsillectomy 26 hours ago. The patient's vital signs are as follows: Temperature: 100.9°F, Pulse: 150 bpm (apically), Respiration: 28, Blood Pressure: 88/50, Pain: Ears 0, Throat 10 using FACES pain scale, Weight: 40 lbs. Complete the following sentence by using the list of options as evidenced by: The patient is most at risk for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe throat pain and tachycardia suggest ongoing dehydration, exacerbated by reduced intake post-tonsillectomy.
Extract:
Children at a local wellness clinic.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is conducting physical assessments for a group of children at a local wellness clinic. Which child requires further evaluation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A three-year-old requiring help with feeding and disliking most foods, including milk, may indicate a feeding disorder or nutritional deficiency, warranting further evaluation.