ATI PN Pediatrics (Nursing Care of Newborn) Proctored Exam Practice Questions

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• "My child will be constipated if they drink more than 6 ounces of juice a day."
• "My child's intake of calcium should average 500 milligrams every day."
• "My child should consume 1,500 to 1,800 calories each day by the time they turn 2."
• "My child's appetite will increase suddenly when they turn 18 months old."

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• Skin turgor
• Potassium level
• Capillary refill
• Heart rate

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• A toddler has a spiral fracture, and the parent reports a fall from a swing.
• A preschooler has bruises on the shins, and the parent reports a collision with furniture.
• An adolescent has a head injury, and the parent reports a fall from a bike.
• A school-age child has a black eye, and the parent reports a fight with a classmate.

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• Spinal fluid analysis
• Complete blood count
• Bone marrow biopsy
• Bleeding time

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• Monitor capillary refill of the casted extremity.
• Use the palms of the hands when supporting the cast.
• Examine the skin at the cast edges.
• Instruct the child not to put anything inside the cast.

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• "My child and I will watch TV for 30 minutes before we go to bed."
• "After my child falls asleep in my bed, I will move them to their bed."
• "I will allow my child to have a drink of water each night prior to bedtime."
• "I will allow my child to eat dinner 1 hour before bedtime."

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• Droplet
• Contact
• Airborne
• Protective

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• Ask the child to cough deeply.
• Ask the child to clear their throat.
• Use wall suction to obtain the sample from the child's throat.
• Use a bulb syringe to obtain sputum from the child's mouth.

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• Maintain clean technique during the child's dressing changes.
• Provide low-calorie snacks for the child three to four times each day between meals.
• Allow the child to set their own daily schedule for wound care.
• Ensure the child receives pain medication 30 to 45 min prior to therapy.

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• A grandparent is assisting the child in performing ADLs.
• The child is playing a game with their siblings.
• The parent is withdrawn and rarely interacts with the child.
• The step-parent is helping the child prepare to transition into school.

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• Use an automated lancet device to puncture the heel.
• Apply limb restraints to the infant.
• Puncture the heel at the inner aspect of the heel.
• Cleanse the area with povidone iodine.

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• Allowing the toddler to button up their own shirt
• Asking the toddler questions that have "yes" or "no" answers
• Providing the toddler with opportunities to share toys with others
• Making sure the toddler has at least one nap during the day