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ATI Pediatrics Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
A child with secondary hypertension
Question 1 of 5
The primary therapy for secondary hypertension in children is...
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Treating the underlying cause is the primary therapy for secondary hypertension in children, as it directly addresses the root issue. B, C, and D are supportive measures.
Extract:
A school-age child in acute renal failure or reduced glomerular filtration rate
Question 2 of 5
The nurses admitting a school-age child in acute renal failure or reduced glomerular filtration rate. Which urine test is the most useful clinical indication of glomerular filtration rate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Creatinine levels in urine and blood directly reflect glomerular filtration rate, as it is filtered and excreted by the kidneys. A, C, and D are less specific.
Extract:
Clay diagnosed with heart failure
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following would Nurse Tony supposed to regard as a cardinal manifestation or symptom of digoxin toxicity to his patient Clay diagnosed with heart failure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Extreme bradycardia is a hallmark of digoxin toxicity due to its effect on the heart's electrical conduction. A, B, and C are less specific or secondary symptoms.
Extract:
The Foley Family is caring for their youngest child, Justin, who is suffering from tetralogy of Fallot.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following are defects associated with this congenital heart condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tetralogy of Fallot includes ventricular septal defect, overriding aorta, pulmonic stenosis, and right ventricular hypertrophy. A, C, and D describe other conditions.
Extract:
An 8-year-old following a post-cardiac catheterization procedure
Question 5 of 5
A pediatric nurse is seeing an 8-year-old following a post-cardiac catheterization procedure. Which of the following interventions ordered by the physician should be questioned by the nurse? (Select All that Apply)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encouraging play and activity (
C) risks bleeding or hematoma at the catheter site and should be questioned. A, B, D, and E are appropriate post-catheterization interventions.