ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse in an emergency department is caring for a preschool-age child who has acute acetylsalicylic acid poisoning.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Hyperpyrexia (extremely high fever) is a potential complication of acute acetylsalicylic acid poisoning due to its effects on the central nervous system and metabolism. A, B, C. These are not typical of aspirin poisoning.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old child who has nephrotic syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that treatment has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Increased urine output indicates improved renal function, a primary goal of treatment for nephrotic syndrome. A. Odorless urine is not specific. B. Lack of pain with voiding is not a direct indicator. D. Normal temperature is not related to treatment success.
Extract:
A nurse is assessing a school-age child who is receiving morphine.
Question 3 of 5
For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B. Nausea is a common adverse effect of morphine and should be monitored for, particularly in pediatric patients. A. Prolonged wound healing is not associated with morphine. C. Stevens-Johnson syndrome is not typical with morphine. D. Morphine is not commonly linked to renal failure.
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer an oral medication to a preschooler.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take to encourage acceptance of the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Providing an ice pop after administering the medication is a positive reinforcement strategy that can motivate the child to take the medication and reduce the unpleasant taste. B. Milk may interact with some medications. C. Mixing with food can alter taste perception negatively. D. Diluting with water may affect medication stability.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has diabetes mellitus.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as being consistent with hyperglycemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. Thirst (polydipsia) is a classic symptom of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus, as the body tries to dilute the excess sugar in the bloodstream by increasing fluid intake. A, B, C. These are more associated with hypoglycemia.