ATI RN
ATI Nurs 335 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A child with a head injury is at risk for increased intracranial pressure (ICP).
Question 1 of 5
Which change in status would alert the nurse to believe an increase in ICP has occurred?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cushing's triad, including increased diastolic pressure, indicates rising ICP.
Extract:
A nurse is creating a plan of care for a pediatric client who has been diagnosed with osteosarcoma and will be receiving chemotherapy with radiation interventions.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following expected adverse effects should the nurse monitor the client for? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Chemotherapy and radiation commonly cause nausea, hair loss, diarrhea, and skin sensitivity.
Extract:
A nurse manager is preparing to discuss methods to help staff who care for terminally ill children cope with stress.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Meditation, support systems, and attending funerals aid coping; extended shifts and sleep aids may worsen stress.
Extract:
A nurse is reinforcing education to parents of an infant who has intussusception.
Question 4 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 assessing a child with iron deficiency anemia.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is NOT an expected finding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Iron deficiency anemia typically reduces appetite, not increases it; pallor, tachycardia, and nail changes are common.