ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant who has gastroenteritis.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of severe dehydration?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. A sunken anterior fontanel is a significant sign of dehydration in infants and suggests severe dehydration. A. Capillary refill of 3 seconds is borderline normal. C. 5% weight loss is moderate dehydration. D. Tears indicate adequate hydration.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication to a preschooler.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take to encourage acceptance of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Providing an ice pop after administering the medication is a positive reinforcement strategy that can motivate the child to take the medication and reduce the unpleasant taste. B. Milk may interact with some medications. C. Mixing with food can alter taste perception negatively. D. Diluting with water may affect medication stability.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching to a 15-year-old adolescent about a medication used to treat a sexually transmitted infection.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Asking how the client prefers to learn new information demonstrates respect for the adolescent's autonomy and preferences, facilitating effective communication and understanding. A, B, C. These do not prioritize the adolescent's involvement or preferences.
Extract:
A school nurse is assessing a 7-year-old student.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should identify which of the following findings as a potential indicator of physical abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Bruising around the wrists can be a sign of physical abuse, especially if it appears in patterns consistent with being restrained. A. Missing teeth are common in childhood. B. 45th percentile weight is normal. D. Knee abrasions are typical in active children.
Extract:
A nurse is performing a cranial nerve assessment on a school-age child.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings indicates proper functioning of the child's trigeminal nerve?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. The trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) innervates the muscles of mastication, and symmetrical jaw strength when biting down indicates proper functioning of this nerve. A. Balance relates to cranial nerve VIII. B. Gag reflex involves cranial nerve IX. C. Scents relate to cranial nerve I.