ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
Pediatric setting
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following are strategies for therapeutic communication in the pediatric setting? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct Answer: A,D,F
Rationale: A: Using language that is appropriate for the child’s developmental level helps them understand and feel more comfortable. D: Getting down to the child’s eye level makes communication more personal and less intimidating for the child. F: Active listening and validating feelings helps build trust and rapport with the child.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements by the parents Indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Quality of food, including nutrient-rich options, is more important than the quantity, as toddlers often have variable appetites but still need proper nutrition.
Extract:
A 4-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit for a minor surgical procedure. The child believes that the surgery is a punishment for being 'bad.'
Question 3 of 5
Which response by the nurse is most appropriate to address the child's magical thinking?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This response acknowledges the child's feelings (validating their emotional response) and corrects the misconception by explaining that surgery is for their health, not punishment.
Extract:
A preschooler admitted to the hospital for surgery
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate way for the nurse to prepare the child for the upcoming procedure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Demonstrating the procedure on a doll is an age-appropriate way to help a preschooler understand what to expect in a concrete and less threatening manner.
Extract:
New parents of an infant
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following should indicate to the nurse a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This statement indicates a lack of understanding as it is unsafe to place a car seat in the front seat, regardless of the child’s health status.