ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam 4 Questions
Extract:
Archie who weighs 44 lb has been given an order for amoxicillin 500 mg bid to take before a dentist appointment based on his history of infective endocarditis. The drug test shows that the daily dose of amoxicillin is 50 mg/kg/day in two divided doses.
Question 1 of 5
What dose in milligrams is safest for this child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Archie's weight (44 lb = 19.96 kg) at 50 mg/kg/day yields 998 mg/day, or 499 mg per dose. The prescribed 500 mg is safe and closest to the calculated dose. B, C, and D deviate significantly.
Extract:
A patient with a urinary tract infection
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following should be included when developing a teaching plan to prevent urinary tract infection?
Correct Answer: B,D,F
Rationale: Complete bladder emptying, avoiding bubble baths/tight clothing, and adequate fluid intake reduce UTI risk. A, C, and E are not evidence-based or incorrect.
Extract:
A 10-year-old has undergone a cardiac catheterization.
Question 3 of 5
At the end of the procedure, the nurse should first assess
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing pulses first ensures adequate blood flow and detects vascular complications like thrombosis post-catheterization. A, C, and D are secondary assessments.
Extract:
A 2-month-old patient has a history of phimosis
Question 4 of 5
A 2-month-old patient has a history of phimosis. What statement by the father indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pulling back the foreskin in an infant can cause injury and infection. Phimosis is often normal and does not require forced retraction. A, B, and D are accurate or reasonable.
Extract:
A non-potty trained child with nephrotic syndrome
Question 5 of 5
In a non-potty trained child with nephrotic syndrome is the best way to detect fluid retention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily weighing is the most accurate method to detect fluid retention in nephrotic syndrome, as it sensitively tracks weight changes due to fluid accumulation. B, C, and D are less precise or irrelevant.