ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 New Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child with a diagnosis of Duchenne's muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should recognize that which of the following accurately describes Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)? (Select All That Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: DMD is X-linked recessive, leads to progressive muscle degeneration, and most clients are wheelchair-dependent by age 12.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child who has Kawasaki disease.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following systems should the nurse monitor in response to this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kawasaki disease can lead to coronary artery aneurysms, myocarditis, and other cardiovascular complications.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a 5-month-old infant who has had a seizure and high pitched crying with a high fever.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse anticipates the need for which diagnostic testing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CSF analysis is essential to diagnose meningitis in infants presenting with seizures and fever.
Extract:
The nurse is speaking to an adolescent client with osteosarcoma and who is scheduled for a surgical procedure of a left leg amputation In 2 days.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse's approach should include which action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging open communication allows the adolescent to express emotions and supports emotional preparation for surgery.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an infant post operative closure of a myelomeningocele.
Question 5 of 5
Which intervention is essential for providing basic care and comfort following myelomeningocele sac closure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent diaper changes and keeping the incision site clean and dry is essential to prevent infection and protect the surgical site.