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ATI Nur209 Pediatrics Final Assessment 2025 Questions
Extract:
A pregnant patient
Question 1 of 5
Which statement made by a pregnant patient indicates teaching was effective related to an elevated alpha fetoprotein (AFP) level?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevated AFP suggests an increased risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida, requiring further testing. It's not definitive, and low AFP is linked to Down syndrome.
Extract:
A newborn's parent
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a newborn's parent to care for the umbilical cord stump. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A sponge bath keeps the umbilical cord stump dry, preventing infection and promoting detachment. Petroleum jelly, soap, or covering with a diaper increases infection risk.
Extract:
A menopausal woman who opts not to use hormone therapy
Question 3 of 5
When advising a menopausal woman who opts not to use hormone therapy, which self-care measure should be emphasized as the most important?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weight-bearing exercises (e.g., walking, strength training) help maintain bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in menopausal women, which is critical due to decreased estrogen levels.
Extract:
A client who is 36 weeks' gestation
Question 4 of 5
The nurse identifies the following assessment findings in a client who is 36 weeks' gestation. Which should be immediately reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hypertension (>140/90 mmHg) at 36 weeks may indicate preeclampsia, requiring immediate reporting. Other findings are normal or non-urgent in pregnancy.
Extract:
A client with a suspected diagnosis of endometriosis
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following findings in the client's medical history should the nurse identify as consistent with a diagnosis of endometriosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Severe dysmenorrhea (painful periods) unrelieved by NSAIDs is a hallmark symptom of endometriosis. The condition occurs when endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, leading to inflammation and pain.