ATI RN
ATI Nurs 213 Pediatric Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 2-month-old infant who is postoperative following repair of a cleft lip and palate. The provider prescribes restraints.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should apply which of the following types of restraints for this infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Elbow restraints prevent arm bending, protecting the cleft lip/palate surgical site from trauma.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has hydrocephalus.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilated scalp veins result from increased intracranial pressure in hydrocephalus, a common finding.
Extract:
While in the pediatrician's office for their child's 12-month well child exam, the parents ask the nurse for advice on age-appropriate toys for their child.
Question 3 of 5
Based on the child's developmental level, which type of toy should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Push-and-pull toys support motor skill development and coordination in 12-month-olds.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother voices concerns about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should include which of the following statements in a discussion with the mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Back sleeping significantly reduces SIDS risk, a key preventive measure recommended by pediatric guidelines.
Extract:
The nurse is caring for an infant with a diagnosis of VSD that weighs 3200g. The healthcare provider has prescribed digoxin 15mcg/kg/day given in divided doses every 8 hours. Digoxin is supplied .05mg/mL.
Question 5 of 5
Calculate how many mL of digoxin you will administer to your client per dose. Round to the nearest hundredth.
Correct Answer: 0.32 mL
Rationale: Calculation: 15 mcg/kg x 3.2 kg = 48 mcg/day; 48 mcg ÷ 3 doses = 16 mcg/dose; 16 mcg ÷ 50 mcg/mL = 0.32 mL.