ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
An 18-month-old toddler who has been hospitalized for 10 days. After the toddler's mother leaves the room, the toddler is sitting quietly in the corner of the crib, sucking her thumb and turning away from the nurse.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse should understand that these behaviors indicate which of the following developmental reactions?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Separation anxiety is a normal developmental stage for toddlers, especially when they are separated from their primary caregiver. The behaviors of turning away and thumb-sucking are common signs of distress due to separation from the mother.
Extract:
A three-year-old
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following cognitive behaviors would be expected in a three-year-old according to Piaget's theory of cognitive development?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Symbolic play, or imaginative play, is a hallmark of Piaget's preoperational stage, which occurs from about ages 2 to 7. A 3-year-old engages in pretend play, demonstrating their ability to represent objects and actions symbolically.
Extract:
A 2 1/2-year-old child
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by the mother indicates she has an understanding of how to best help the child succeed in her age-related psychosocial developmental tasks?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Encouraging a toddler to try things for themselves fosters independence and supports their developmental task of gaining autonomy, which is essential at this stage.
Extract:
A group of toddlers in a playgroup setting
Question 4 of 5
Which type of play is most developmentally appropriate for a group of toddlers in a playgroup setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parallel play, where children play alongside each other without directly interacting, is typical for toddlers. It allows them to develop social awareness while still focusing on their individual activities.
Extract:
Infants
Question 5 of 5
The parents demonstrate understanding when they state that which of the following behaviors indicates that an infant has developed object permanence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Actively searching for a hidden object indicates that the infant understands that the object still exists even when out of sight, demonstrating the development of object permanence.