ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 5 Questions
Extract:
Child weighing 20 kg
Question 1 of 5
The order is Solumedrol 3 mg/kg for a child weighing 20 kg. Solumedrol is available as 125 mg/2mL. How many ml(s) must the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The dose of Solumedrol is 20 kg x 3 mg/kg = 60 mg. The concentration is 125 mg/2mL, so 1 mL contains 62.5 mg.
Therefore, 60 mg / 62.5 mg/mL = 0.96 mL.
Extract:
New mother preparing formula
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching regarding formula preparation for a new mother. Which guideline would the nurse include in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Adding cereal or honey to formula poses choking hazards and risks adverse reactions.
Extract:
5-year-old boy with grandmother as primary caregiver due to mother's depression and substance abuse
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is conducting a well-child assessment for a 5-year-old boy in preparation for kindergarten. The boy's grandmother is his primary caregiver because the boy's mother has suffered from depression and substance abuse issues. The nurse understands that the child is at increased risk for which developmental problem?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Children in environments affected by parental depression and substance abuse may face challenges in developing social and emotional readiness for school due to inconsistent caregiving and emotional stressors.
Extract:
3-year-old girl with broken speech
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is interviewing a 3-year-old girl who tells the nurse: 'Want go potty.' The parents tell the nurse that their daughter often speaks in this type of broken speech. What would be the nurse's appropriate response to this concern?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Telegraphic speech, using short, concise sentences, is normal for 3-year-olds.
Extract:
4-year-old child resistant to medication
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child who is resistant to taking medication. Which of the following strategies should the nurse use to elicit the child's cooperation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering a choice empowers the child, increasing cooperation by involving them in decision-making.