ATI RN
ATI Nsg 234 Pediatrics Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 3-year-old child with Down Syndrome.
Question 1 of 5
Which clinical manifestations should the nurse recognize as associated with Down Syndrome? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Atlantoaxial instability, congenital hypothyroidism, frequent respiratory infections, and congenital heart defects are associated with Down Syndrome.
Extract:
A nurse is providing discharge teaching about nutrition to the parents of a 9-year-old child with cystic fibrosis (CF).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should recognize that which statement made by the mother indicates understanding about nutrition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes are essential for children with CF to help digest food properly, especially with each meal or snack.
Extract:
A nurse is speaking with the parent of a 6-year-old child.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements made by the parent should concern the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A child falling from a swing and not crying or complaining of pain could be a sign of an underlying injury or a serious condition like a head injury or internal bleeding.
Extract:
A nurse at the well-baby clinic is preparing to give an immunization vaccine to an 18-month-old child.
Question 4 of 5
Which vaccine should the nurse prioritize for administration?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: DTaP is a routine vaccine administered at 18 months as part of the series of childhood immunizations.
Extract:
A nurse is contacted by a parent whose 7-year-old child ingested half a bottle of vitamins with ferrous sulfate.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide to the parent? Instruct the parent to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Poison control should be contacted immediately as they can provide specific instructions on how to manage the situation based on the substance ingested.