ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 New Questions
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed client about B-thalassemia major (Cooley anemia).
Question 1 of 5
What response by the client indicates correct understanding of Chelation therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chelation therapy helps remove excess iron from the body, which accumulates due to frequent blood transfusions.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching a group of pregnant clients about health screening during pregnancy.
Question 2 of 5
When discussing Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) testing, which of the following statements should be included in the education?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High levels of AFP may indicate a neural tube defect or other issues and warrant further testing.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child who has undergone a Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt placement procedure.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse prioritize for this child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Regular monitoring of vital signs is crucial to detect complications such as shunt malfunction or infection.
Extract:
A nurse on an oncology unit is assessing a child who has a brain tumor.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tachycardia can occur with a brain tumor due to increased intracranial pressure and systemic stress responses.
Extract:
A child with leukemia is receiving intrathecal chemotherapy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should recognize that intrathecal chemotherapy will prevent which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intrathecal chemotherapy is administered directly into the spinal fluid to prevent or treat central nervous system involvement in leukemia.