ATI RN
ATI Nur 307 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a school-age child with diabetes mellitus and diabetic ketoacidosis.
Question 1 of 5
When performing the respiratory assessment, which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Deep, rapid Kussmaul respirations are characteristic of diabetic ketoacidosis, compensating for acidosis.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing teaching about nutritional considerations with the parents of a toddler.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Quality of nutrient-dense food is critical for toddler growth, more than quantity.
Extract:
A nurse is creating a plan for a pediatric client who has been diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following factors should the nurse consider when planning care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Speech and vision impairments in DMD can affect communication, requiring tailored care.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has spina bifida and is paralyzed from the waist down.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client should indicate to the nurse a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Catheterizing only twice daily is insufficient, risking urinary retention and infections in spina bifida.
Extract:
A hospice nurse is caring for a preschooler who has a terminal illness. The father plans to move out.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Discussing past coping strategies helps the father manage current stress constructively.