ATI LPN
ATI PN Pediatrics Nursing Exam 2023 Questions
Extract:
Vital Signs
Medical History
0800:
Tympanic temperature 39° C (102.2° F)
Heart rate 150/min
Respiratory rate 40/min
Blood pressure 105/60 mm Hg
1200:
Tympanic temperature 38.5° C (101.3° F)
Heart rate 140/min
Respiratory rate 38/min
Blood pressure 102/50 mm Hg
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should plan to clarify the prescription for
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ceftriaxone is contraindicated due to cephalosporin allergy; clarification ensures safety.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a parent of a child who has a sprained wrist. Which of the following interventions should the nurse instruct the parent to implement during the first 12 to 24 hr to minimize swelling?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevation reduces swelling. A, C, D may increase it.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a preschooler who has a nasogastric tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 45-degree elevation prevents aspiration. A, B, D risk tolerance or safety issues.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for an adolescent client who has sickle cell anemia and is experiencing a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bed rest reduces oxygen demand. A, B, D are contraindicated.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse at an urgent care clinic is caring for a child who hit her head on the playground at school 30 min ago. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asymmetric pupils signal potential brain injury, the priority over A, B, D.