ATI RN
ATI Nurs 335 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A 6-year-old child is admitted to the hospital with suspected bacterial meningitis.
Question 1 of 5
What is the nursing priority in the care of this child? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Droplet precautions, antibiotics, and comfort measures are priorities to prevent spread, treat infection, and reduce discomfort.
Extract:
A 5-year-old child is experiencing diarrhea.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following foods should the parent avoid giving to the child during this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fruit juice's high sugar content can worsen diarrhea by increasing intestinal fluid loss.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing education to parents of an infant who has intussusception.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements would the nurse provide to the parents?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Intussusception involves intestinal telescoping, potentially cutting off blood supply.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an 8-year-old during a well-child exam. The parent states that the child's cousin has intussusception.
Question 4 of 5
Which response should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intussusception is more common in infants and toddlers, reducing risk in school-age children.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
At what age is it generally recommended to perform palatoplasty for a child with a cleft palate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palatoplasty at 6-12 months supports speech development and facial growth.