ATI RN
ATI Nurs 213 Pediatric Exam Questions
Extract:
A parent asks the nurse which foods to give her infant first.
Question 1 of 5
Which is the best order for solid food introduction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct order for solid food introduction is cereals, fruits, meats. Cereals are recommended first due to their mild taste and easy digestibility. Fruits come next to introduce natural sweetness and vitamins. Meats should be introduced last due to their higher protein content and potential allergenicity.
Choice A is incorrect because meats should be introduced after fruits, not before.
Choice B is incorrect because fruits should be introduced before meats.
Choice D is incorrect because vegetables are not included in the recommended order.
Extract:
A nurse is teaching the parents of a toddler about temper tantrums.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Temper tantrums are the toddler's attempt to gain control of a situation. This statement should be included in teaching because it helps caregivers understand the underlying reason behind tantrums, which is often a toddler's way of expressing frustration or asserting independence.
Choice A is incorrect because temper tantrums are not a learning disability.
Choice B is incorrect as a psychological consult may not be necessary for typical tantrums.
Choice D is incorrect as leaving the room may not address the root cause of the tantrum.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a child who has suspected epiglottitis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse to take is option B: Place the child in an upright position. This is the best immediate action as it helps prevent aspiration in a child with suspected epiglottitis. Placing the child upright helps maintain a patent airway and reduces the risk of airway obstruction. Options A, C, and D involve procedures that can potentially worsen the condition by triggering a gag reflex or causing distress to the child. Option A exposes the child to unnecessary radiation, option C may induce gagging and worsen the airway obstruction, and option D delays immediate intervention. Overall, placing the child in an upright position is the most appropriate and safest initial action in this scenario.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has hydrocephalus.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Dilated scalp veins. Dilated scalp veins are commonly seen in infants with hydrocephalus due to increased intracranial pressure. This occurs because the veins are trying to compensate for the pressure by dilating to allow more blood flow. This manifestation is a result of the underlying condition and is a key indicator for hydrocephalus. The other choices are not typically associated with hydrocephalus. B: A backward sloping appearance of the forehead is not a typical manifestation of hydrocephalus. C: Hypertension is not a common finding in infants with hydrocephalus. D: Over-riding suture lines are not specific to hydrocephalus and can be seen in other conditions as well.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for an infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Provide a latex-free environment. This is important to prevent allergic reactions in patients with latex allergies, ensuring their safety. Contact precautions (choice
A) are used for infection control, not relevant in this case. Maintaining the infant in the supine position (choice
B) is related to safe sleep practices, not specifically mentioned in the question. Limiting visitors to immediate family members (choice
D) is important for infection control, but not directly related to the plan of care.