ATI RN
ATI Nurs 213 Pediatric Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse in a pediatric clinic is caring for a child who has iron deficiency anemia and a new prescription for ferrous sulfate tablets.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the parents regarding administration of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Orange juice, rich in vitamin C, enhances iron absorption, unlike milk, which inhibits it.
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for a newborn who has spinal bifida.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The prone position protects the spina bifida lesion from pressure and infection pre-surgery.
Extract:
A nurse in a pediatric clinic is caring for a child who has iron deficiency anemia and a new prescription for ferrous sulfate tablets.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the parents regarding administration of this medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Orange juice, rich in vitamin C, enhances iron absorption, unlike milk, which inhibits it.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer digoxin to a 16-month-old infant.
Question 4 of 5
Prior to administering the dose, the nurse measures the apical heart rate. The nurse should withhold the dose if the infant's apical heart rate is less than what rate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A heart rate below 90 bpm in infants indicates potential digoxin toxicity risk, necessitating withholding the dose.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother voices concerns about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should include which of the following statements in a discussion with the mother?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Back sleeping significantly reduces SIDS risk, a key preventive measure recommended by pediatric guidelines.