ATI RN
ATI Nsg 234 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an infant who has inadequate motility of a portion of the intestine, resulting in a mechanical obstruction.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should identify this finding as a manifestation of which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hirschsprung's disease is a condition where part of the intestine lacks proper motility due to missing nerve cells, leading to a mechanical obstruction and constipation.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 3-year-old child with Down Syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
Which clinical manifestations should the nurse recognize as associated with Down Syndrome? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Atlantoaxial instability, congenital hypothyroidism, frequent respiratory infections, and congenital heart defects are associated with Down Syndrome.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 2-year-old with acute laryngotracheobronchitis using a cool mist humidifier.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings indicates that the treatment has been effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A decrease in stridor indicates that the airways are less inflamed and the child is improving, which is a positive outcome of the humidification treatment.
Extract:
A nurse is contacted by a parent whose 7-year-old child ingested half a bottle of vitamins with ferrous sulfate.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the parent? Instruct the parent to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Poison control should be contacted immediately as they can provide specific instructions on how to manage the situation based on the substance ingested.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a 4-year-old child who requires airborne precautions.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following activities should the nurse plan for the child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Restricting contact to immune individuals helps prevent the spread of airborne infections, especially in vulnerable settings such as healthcare facilities.