ATI RN
ATI Nur307 Pediatrics Nursing Exam Questions
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a child who is admitted with suspected acute appendicitis.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following manifestations should indicate to the nurse that the child's appendix is perforated?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sudden decrease in abdominal pain is a classic sign of appendiceal rupture or perforation, as the pressure is released from the appendix, though pain may later worsen with peritonitis.
Extract:
A parent tells a nurse that her toddler drinks 32 oz of milk a day and has a poor appetite for solid foods.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should explain that the toddler is at risk for which of the following disorders?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Iron deficiency anemia is a concern because milk is low in iron, and excessive milk consumption can reduce intake of iron-rich solid foods, impairing iron absorption.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clinical manifestations is commonly seen in pyloric stenosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Projectile vomiting after feeding is the hallmark symptom of pyloric stenosis, occurring due to the obstruction of the pylorus.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old infant who has a prescription for clear liquids by mouth after a repair of an intussusception.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following fluids should the nurse select for the infant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Oral electrolyte solution provides essential fluids and electrolytes needed for recovery post-intussusception repair, unlike other options.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a client in a long-term care facility who is receiving enteral feedings via an NG tube.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to administering the tube feeding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Testing the pH of gastric aspirate confirms NG tube placement in the stomach, ensuring safe administration of the feeding.