ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
A 3 year-old-child at a routine wellness checkup
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 3-year-old typically can stand on one foot for a few seconds, demonstrating developing balance and coordination skills that are characteristic of this age group.
Extract:
A group of toddlers in a playgroup setting
Question 2 of 5
Which type of play is most developmentally appropriate for a group of toddlers in a playgroup setting?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parallel play, where children play alongside each other without directly interacting, is typical for toddlers. It allows them to develop social awareness while still focusing on their individual activities.
Extract:
New parents of an infant
Question 3 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.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: A: Dental care is important at this stage as toddlers begin to have more teeth and can develop cavities. C:
Toddlers need adequate nutrition, but their caloric intake does not need to be significantly increased compared to infants. E: Tantrums are common in toddlers as they develop independence and may struggle with emotional regulation, so teaching management strategies is key.
Extract:
An eight-month-old infant to rule out a urinary tract infection (UTI)
Question 5 of 5
Which is the best way to obtain the sterile urine specimen?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a straight catheter is the recommended method to obtain a sterile urine sample in infants. It is minimally invasive, and the catheter is removed immediately after collecting the sample to reduce the risk of infection.