ATI RN
ATI Pediatrics Exam II Questions
Extract:
A 10-month-old infant
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: B: A snug-fitting mattress in the crib is crucial to prevent the child from getting trapped or suffocated. C: Tying plastic bags in knots helps prevent a child from suffocating or choking if they play with discarded bags. E: Serving food in small, non-circular pieces reduces the risk of choking, which is vital for a 10-month-old who is learning to eat solid foods.
Extract:
A preschooler admitted to the hospital for surgery
Question 2 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:
A 6-month-old infant
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following signs indicate(s) that the infant is ready to begin eating solid foods? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: B: Showing interest in food when others are eating is a sign of readiness for solid foods, indicating curiosity and a desire to try new foods. C: Doubling birth weight is a milestone often associated with physical readiness to begin solid foods. D: Losing the tongue-thrust reflex, which pushes food out of the mouth, is an important sign of readiness for solid foods. F: Being able to sit up with minimal support indicates the infant can maintain a stable position for eating.
Extract:
A preschool age child
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an appropriate action by the nurse to prepare the child for the assessment?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing the child to role-play with medical equipment helps reduce anxiety, makes the experience more familiar, and increases cooperation during the assessment.
Extract:
A toddler
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should recognize that this stage is characterized by which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The toddler stage is characterized by negative behaviors as children assert their autonomy, often expressing frustration through tantrums or defiance.