ATI RN
ATI Nurs 213 Pediatric Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is planning care for an infant who has spina bifida and is to undergo surgical closure of the myelomeningocele sac.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A latex-free environment prevents allergic reactions, as spina bifida patients are at high risk for latex sensitivity.
Extract:
The nurse is caring for an infant with a diagnosis of VSD that weighs 3200g. The healthcare provider has prescribed digoxin 15mcg/kg/day given in divided doses every 8 hours. Digoxin is supplied .05mg/mL.
Question 2 of 5
Calculate how many mL of digoxin you will administer to your client per dose. Round to the nearest hundredth.
Correct Answer: 0.32 mL
Rationale: Calculation: 15 mcg/kg x 3.2 kg = 48 mcg/day; 48 mcg ÷ 3 doses = 16 mcg/dose; 16 mcg ÷ 50 mcg/mL = 0.32 mL.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a newborn who has hydrocephalus.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dilated scalp veins result from increased intracranial pressure in hydrocephalus, a common finding.
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Question 4 of 5
Which immunization will help to prevent epiglottitis in children?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Hib vaccine prevents Haemophilus influenzae infections, a primary cause of epiglottitis.
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.