ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child who has nephrotic syndrome.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that treatment has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Increased urine output indicates improved renal function, a primary goal of treatment for nephrotic syndrome. A. Odorless urine is not specific. B. Lack of pain with voiding is not a direct indicator. D. Normal temperature is not related to treatment success.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching about injury prevention to the parents of a toddler.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Checking clothing for loose buttons is essential to prevent choking hazards for toddlers, who tend to explore items by putting them in their mouths. B. Adjusting the water heater temperature to 54° C (129.2° F) is too high and increases the risk of scalding; the recommended temperature is typically set below 49° C (120° F). C. While placing screens on windows is important, it does not specifically address immediate choking risks and is less relevant than ensuring clothing safety. D. Providing balloons for play poses a choking hazard; therefore, it is not a recommended safety measure for toddlers.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a child who has heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings is a clinical manifestation associated with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Tachypnea (rapid breathing) is a common clinical manifestation of heart failure due to decreased cardiac output and inadequate tissue perfusion. B. Tremors are not typical. C. Increased appetite is not associated; decreased appetite is more common. D. Bradycardia is not typical; tachycardia is more common.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has diabetes mellitus.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as being consistent with hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Thirst (polydipsia) is a classic symptom of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus, as the body tries to dilute the excess sugar in the bloodstream by increasing fluid intake. A, B, C. These are more associated with hypoglycemia.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching for a 20-year-old adolescent who has syphilis.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. Notifying the public health department is essential for contact tracing and preventing the spread of syphilis. A. Retesting may be needed, but notification is immediate. C. Contacting parents is not appropriate for a 20-year-old. D. Metronidazole is not used for syphilis treatment.