ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatrics Nursing 2023 New Questions
Extract:
The nurse is caring for a newborn with suspected Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA).
Question 1 of 5
What signs and symptoms should the nurse expect to find when assessing the newborn? (Select All That Apply).
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Dyspnea is common due to increased pulmonary blood flow. A machine-like murmur is characteristic of PDA. Difficulty feeding occurs due to inefficient circulation.
Extract:
A nurse is providing care for an infant with new casts for the treatment of club foot.
Question 2 of 5
Which intervention is appropriate in promoting the infant's comfort and preventing complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the legs on a pillow helps reduce swelling and discomfort while the cast is healing.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a newborn for manifestations of a large patent ductus arteriosus.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A widened pulse pressure is commonly seen in large PDA due to continuous blood flow from the aorta to the pulmonary arteries.
Extract:
The nurse is caring for a newborn with suspected Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA).
Question 4 of 5
What signs and symptoms should the nurse expect to find when assessing the newborn? (Select All That Apply).
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Dyspnea is common due to increased pulmonary blood flow. A machine-like murmur is characteristic of PDA. Difficulty feeding occurs due to inefficient circulation.
Extract:
A nurse is admitting a child with a suspected diagnosis of Wilm's tumor.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should place a sign with which of the following warnings about this child?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: No venipuncture or blood pressure should be done on the affected side to avoid injury to the kidney with Wilms' tumor.