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ATI Pediatrics Exam Simmons U BSN Questions
Extract:
A 10-year-old who has an acute head injury, has a pediatric Glasgow coma score of 9, and is unconscious
Question 1 of 5
Which interventions should the nurse include in the child's care plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head reduces intracranial pressure in head injury. B, C, and D are inappropriate for an unconscious child.
Extract:
An infant who has myelomeningocele
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse in the care of an infant who has myelomeningocele. Which of the following actions by the new nurse indicates the teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Axillary temperature avoids rectal irritation in myelomeningocele. A is incorrect (prone position is preferred), B risks sac drying, and C may cause injury.
Extract:
A school-age child who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and his parents
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a school-age child who has type 1 diabetes mellitus and his parents about illness management. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Testing urine for ketones during illness prevents diabetic ketoacidosis. A is incorrect (hydration is key), B is valid but less urgent, and D is dangerous (insulin should not be withheld).
Extract:
A child who has nephrotic syndrome
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assessing a child who has nephrotic syndrome. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Facial edema is a hallmark of nephrotic syndrome due to protein loss and fluid retention. A indicates hematuria, B is incorrect (oliguria is more common), and D is not typical unless secondary complications arise.
Extract:
An adolescent who has an exacerbation of Graves' disease (Hyperthyroidism)
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing an adolescent who has an exacerbation of Graves' disease (Hyperthyroidism). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Heat intolerance is common in hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolism. B, C, and D are typical of hypothyroidism.