ATI RN
ATI Nurs 335 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
The nurse is monitoring an infant for signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP).
Question 1 of 5
Which are late signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in an infant?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cheyne-Stokes respirations and altered pupil size are late signs of increased ICP, indicating severe brain dysfunction.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing education to parents of an infant who has intussusception.
Question 2 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 providing education to a 12-year-old child who has been newly diagnosed with celiac disease.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Processed foods may contain gluten as additives, requiring label checks, indicating a need for further education.
Extract:
A child has been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and is being treated with chemotherapy.
Question 4 of 5
Before administering the chemotherapy, the nurse will determine if this child has any infection-fighting capability by monitoring the:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The ANC measures neutrophils, critical for fighting infections, and is monitored to assess infection risk in chemotherapy patients.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing an infant following a motor vehicle crash.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse monitor to identify increased intracranial pressure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased sleepiness indicates early increased ICP due to altered mental status.