ATI RN Pediatric Nursing Proctored Exam
Correct Answer by Professor is : C (Hyperpyrexia)
Rationale: When a child ingests a toxic dose of acetylsalicylic acid, it can lead to salicylate toxicity, which
can cause hyperpyrexia (high fever), among other symptoms such as vomiting, tinnitus, confusion, and
dehydration. Hyperpyrexia is a serious complication that can lead to neurological damage and is a medical
emergency that requires prompt intervention. The nurse should monitor the child's temperature and
administer antipyretic medications as necessary to reduce the fever.
,Correct Answer by Professor: A (Provide a pacifier coated with an oral sucrose solution prior to
the injections)
Answer: B (creatinine 1.4)
,Correct Answer by Professor: C (Ataxia)
Correct Answer by Professor: A (Clear the area of hard objects.)
, Correct Answer by Professor: (B) Shakiness
Rationale:
Shakiness or tremors are common signs of hypoglycemia, as the body responds to
low blood sugar levels.
Correct Answer by Professor is : C (Hyperpyrexia)
Rationale: When a child ingests a toxic dose of acetylsalicylic acid, it can lead to salicylate toxicity, which
can cause hyperpyrexia (high fever), among other symptoms such as vomiting, tinnitus, confusion, and
dehydration. Hyperpyrexia is a serious complication that can lead to neurological damage and is a medical
emergency that requires prompt intervention. The nurse should monitor the child's temperature and
administer antipyretic medications as necessary to reduce the fever.
,Correct Answer by Professor: A (Provide a pacifier coated with an oral sucrose solution prior to
the injections)
Answer: B (creatinine 1.4)
,Correct Answer by Professor: C (Ataxia)
Correct Answer by Professor: A (Clear the area of hard objects.)
, Correct Answer by Professor: (B) Shakiness
Rationale:
Shakiness or tremors are common signs of hypoglycemia, as the body responds to
low blood sugar levels.
