ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardian of a preschooler who had a tonsillectomy.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: C. Frequent swallowing may indicate discomfort or bleeding and should prompt notification of the healthcare provider. A. Dark brown blood indicates old blood and is not a sign of active bleeding. B. Drinking through a straw can increase the risk of bleeding after tonsillectomy. D. Clearing the throat can also increase the risk of bleeding.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for a preschool-age child who is postoperative following a tonsillectomy and is clearing her throat frequently.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Observing the child's throat with a flashlight is necessary to detect any bleeding, which is a priority concern post-tonsillectomy. B, C, D. These actions follow assessment for bleeding.
Extract:
A nurse is performing a cranial nerve assessment on a school-age child.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following findings indicates proper functioning of the child's trigeminal nerve?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: D. The trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) innervates the muscles of mastication, and symmetrical jaw strength when biting down indicates proper functioning of this nerve. A. Balance relates to cranial nerve VIII. B. Gag reflex involves cranial nerve IX. C. Scents relate to cranial nerve I.
Extract:
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for an adolescent who is requesting testing for STIs.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following actions is appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. In many jurisdictions, adolescents have the legal right to consent to testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) without parental involvement. B, C, D. These may delay care or breach confidentiality.
Extract:
A nurse is caring for an adolescent who has major depressive disorder.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Assessing the risk of self-harm or suicide is the top priority when caring for a patient with major depressive disorder. B, C, D. These follow safety assessment.