ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child who has disseminated intravascular coagulation.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Decreased platelet count. In patients with leukemia, especially acute myeloid leukemia (AML), there is often bone marrow infiltration leading to a decrease in normal blood cell production, including platelets. This can result in thrombocytopenia, leading to a decreased platelet count. A decreased prothrombin time (choice
A) would not be expected as it indicates prolonged clotting time and is typically seen in conditions like liver disease. An increased Hgb level (choice
B) and increased RBC count (choice
C) are not typically associated with leukemia, as leukemias primarily affect white blood cells.
Therefore, these choices are incorrect in this context.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a group of clients.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. An 18-month-old toddler with a heart rate of 68/min is bradycardic for their age. This finding could indicate a potential cardiac issue or other underlying health concern that requires immediate attention. Bradycardia in young children can lead to decreased perfusion and oxygen delivery.
Choice B is within normal temperature range for a school-age child.
Choice C has a slightly elevated BP but is within an acceptable range for an adolescent.
Choice D is within the normal range for a 3-month-old infant.
Extract:
A nurse is providing teaching about injury prevention to the parents of a toddler.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following safety measures should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Check clothing for loose buttons. This is important to prevent choking hazards for children. Loose buttons can easily come off and be swallowed, leading to a potential choking incident. Option B is incorrect as the recommended water heater temperature is 120° F to prevent scalding. Option C is incorrect as screens on windows may not be sufficient to prevent falls. Option D is incorrect as balloons pose a choking hazard.
Extract:
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardian of a preschooler who had a tonsillectomy.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Notify the provider if your child is swallowing frequently. This is important because frequent swallowing could indicate a potential issue such as difficulty breathing or a foreign object in the throat. A: Dark brown blood between teeth is not typically a concern. B: Drinking through a straw may not be relevant to the situation. D: Clearing the throat as needed may not address the underlying problem.
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: The correct answer is A because allowing the child to rest on the parent's lap during a procedure provides comfort, security, and reassurance. This helps reduce the child's anxiety and fear, making the procedure smoother.
Choice B is incorrect because alarms for heart rhythm are not typically mentioned to parents and may cause unnecessary worry.
Choice C is incorrect as leads are usually placed on the chest for cardiac procedures, not the back.
Choice D is incorrect because giving a specific time frame can lead to unrealistic expectations and anxiety if the procedure takes longer.