ATI RN
ATI Nur209 Pediatrics Final Assessment 2025 Questions
Extract:
An infant with a tracheoesophageal fistula
Question 1 of 5
The nurse places an infant with a tracheoesophageal fistula under a radiant warmer with the infant's head elevated at a 45-degree angle. Which statement by the mother indicates an understanding of the most important reason for this position?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head reduces the risk of aspiration, the most serious complication of tracheoesophageal fistula, by preventing gastric contents from entering the lungs.
Extract:
An infant weighing 6 kg prescribed Amoxicillin
Question 2 of 5
As the nurse caring for an infant who has been prescribed Amoxicillin (Amoxil) orally every 6 hours, you need to calculate the dose. The recommended safe dosage is 50 mg/kg/day, divided into multiple doses. If the infant weighs 6 kg, how much Amoxicillin should you administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 75 mg/dose
Rationale:
Total daily dose: 50 mg/kg/day * 6 kg = 300 mg/day. Divided into 4 doses (every 6 hours): 300 mg / 4 = 75 mg/dose.
Extract:
A newborn diagnosed with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a newborn diagnosed with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA). Which of the following assessment findings would be consistent with this diagnosis? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,F
Rationale: PDA causes bounding pulses, wide pulse pressure, and a machinery-like murmur due to left-to-right shunting, not typically cyanosis or bradycardia.
Extract:
An 18-hour-old infant with hyperbilirubenemia
Question 4 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 16-year-old with bruising around eyes and neck
Question 5 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.