ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Vital Signs
History and Physical
Laboratory Results
Provider Prescriptions
Medication Administration Record
Weight 30 kg (66 lb)
Temperature 38.6°C (101.5°F)
Heart rate 124/min
Respiratory rate 26/min
Oxygen saturation 95% on 2 L oxygen via nasal cannula
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should clarify the child's prescription of
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperkalemia (6.2 mEq/L) contraindicates additional potassium; clarification is needed. Others align with respiratory or digestive conditions and don't conflict with findings.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a school-age child who is being discharged following a cardiac catheterization. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding baths prevents infection. A, B, C are incorrect post-procedure care.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a toddler whose guardian reports multiple episodes of diarrhea. The provider suspects Clostridium difficile. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stool culture diagnoses C. difficile. A, B, D are irrelevant.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a group of adolescents about safety. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Friends distract driving, increasing risk. B, C, D are incorrect safety facts.
Question 5 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.