ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse in an emergency department is assessing an adolescent who reports inhalation of gasoline.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. Ataxia, or lack of coordination, is a common neurological symptom of gasoline inhalation due to its toxic effects on the brain and nervous system. A. Pinpoint pupils are linked to opioids. C. Hyperactive reflexes are linked to stimulants. D. Gasoline inhalation causes hyperthermia, not hypothermia.
Extract:
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardian of a preschooler who had a tonsillectomy.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Frequent swallowing may indicate discomfort or bleeding and should prompt notification of the healthcare provider. A. Dark brown blood indicates old blood and is not a sign of active bleeding. B. Drinking through a straw can increase the risk of bleeding after tonsillectomy. D. Clearing the throat can also increase the risk of bleeding.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a 6-month-old infant who has respiratory syncytial virus.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should immediately report which of the following findings to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Tachypnea (rapid breathing) in an infant with RSV is a concerning sign that may indicate respiratory distress and requires immediate reporting to the provider to prevent worsening respiratory failure. A. Rhinorrhea (runny nose) is a common symptom of RSV and not immediately alarming unless accompanied by other severe symptoms. B. Pharyngitis (sore throat) is less specific in infants with RSV and not typically a priority for reporting. C. Coughing is expected with RSV and does not warrant immediate reporting unless it severely impacts breathing.
Extract:
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a preschool-age child who has acute acetylsalicylic acid poisoning.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Hyperpyrexia (extremely high fever) is a potential complication of acute acetylsalicylic acid poisoning due to its effects on the central nervous system and metabolism. A, B, C. These are not typical of aspirin poisoning.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of a toddler who is scheduled for an electrocardiogram.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Allowing the child to sit on the parent's lap can provide comfort and support during the procedure. B. While the electrocardiogram (ECG) machine may have alarms, they are not typically related to abnormal heart rhythms during the procedure. C. ECG leads are typically placed on the chest, not the back. D. The duration of an ECG is relatively short, usually only a few minutes.