ATI RN
ATI Nur 307 Pediatrics Final Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a 5-month-old infant who is scheduled for a lumbar puncture to rule out meningitis.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Holding the infant's chin to the chest and knees to the abdomen opens intervertebral spaces, facilitating safer access to the spinal cord during the lumbar puncture.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing the vital signs for a 10-year old child following a burn injury.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following clinical manifestations indicate early septic shock?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fever (39.1°
C) is a hallmark of early septic shock, reflecting an inflammatory response.
Extract:
A nurse is performing hearing screenings for children at a community health fair.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following children should the nurse refer to a provider for a more extensive hearing evaluation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Absence of babbling by 8 months suggests potential hearing impairment, warranting further evaluation.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child diagnosed with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should be included in the discussion about factors causing or increasing the risk of DIC in children? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Cancer, chemotherapy, and sepsis are major risk factors for DIC, and treating the underlying cause is essential to manage it.
Extract:
An acute care nurse is caring for a pediatric client diagnosed with diabetes mellitus who receives insulin injections.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates atraumatic care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Explaining the procedure reduces fear and promotes cooperation, aligning with atraumatic care.