ATI PEDIATRIC NURSING | NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN PROCTORED EXAM (2)
2025 |150 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS
1. Why is it important to place a patient with suspected meningitis on NPO
status?
To allow for medication administration
To prepare for a surgical procedure
To ensure the patient receives adequate nutrition
To prevent aspiration due to decreased level of consciousness
2. Describe the typical manifestations a nurse might observe in a child
experiencing absence seizures.
The child may appear to be daydreaming and may have brief
lapses in awareness.
The child will show signs of confusion and disorientation after the
episode.
The child will experience prolonged loss of consciousness.
The child will exhibit severe muscle spasms and fall to the ground.
3. Why is it important for parents to understand the significance of wearing
helmets for school-age children?
Helmets are only required for children under five.
Children do not need helmets if they are riding slowly.
Helmets are only necessary for competitive sports.
Wearing helmets protects children from head injuries during
activities like biking or skateboarding.
4. A nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to the caregivers of a toddler.
Which of the following does the nurse include?
, expect negative and ritualistic behaviors
encourage annual screening of PKU
meeting caloric needs leads to increased appetite
teach food habits that prevent cavities
bedtime fears is common
5. In a scenario where a preschooler is hospitalized and expresses fear
about the treatment, how should the nurse respond to address the child's
magical thinking?
The nurse should use simple language and reassure the child,
explaining the treatment in a way that alleviates fears without
dismissing their feelings.
The nurse should ignore the child's fears and focus on the
treatment process.
The nurse should explain the medical procedures in complex
terms to educate the child.
The nurse should encourage the child to express their fears
without providing any reassurance.
6. A nurse is doing a developmental screen on an 18-month-old. What
should the toddler be able to do?
walk up and down stairs
throw ball overhand
stand on one foot for a few seconds
use spoon without rotation
build tower 6 blocks high
7. Describe the significance of developmental screenings in pediatric
nursing.
, Developmental screenings are only necessary for children over 5
years old.
Developmental screenings are not useful in pediatric nursing.
Developmental screenings focus solely on physical health,
ignoring cognitive development.
Developmental screenings help identify delays in a child's
growth and development, allowing for early intervention.
8. What is the correct technique for administering otic medication to an
infant?
Pull the pinna downward and straight back
Ensure that the medication is cool
Hyperextend the infant's neck
Hold the infant in an upright position
9. Describe two key developmental milestones that a nurse should assess in
an 18-month-old child during a developmental screening.
Drawing circles and building a tower with 6 blocks are key
milestones.
Building a tower with 6 blocks and walking up and down stairs are
key milestones.
Throwing a ball overhead and using a spoon without rotation
are key milestones.
Using a spoon without rotation and drawing circles are key
milestones.
10. At what age should an infant's birth weight typically have doubled
according to pediatric growth standards?
3 months
, 6 months
9 months
12 months
11. At what age should a child typically be able to ride a tricycle?
4 years old
2 years old
3 years old
5 years old
12. Why is it important to introduce iron fortified cereals as the first food for
a 4-month-old infant?
Iron fortified cereals contain more calories than other options.
Iron fortified cereals provide essential iron that infants need for
growth and development.
Iron fortified cereals are the most popular choice among parents.
Iron fortified cereals are easier for infants to digest than other
foods.
13. What is a common behavior exhibited by preschool-age children
regarding their fears?
understanding cause of illness
relating fears to magical thinking
awareness of body functioning
describing manifestations of illness
14. If a nurse observes that a toddler is exhibiting negativism and ritualistic
behaviors, what should the nurse advise the parents to do?
2025 |150 QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS
1. Why is it important to place a patient with suspected meningitis on NPO
status?
To allow for medication administration
To prepare for a surgical procedure
To ensure the patient receives adequate nutrition
To prevent aspiration due to decreased level of consciousness
2. Describe the typical manifestations a nurse might observe in a child
experiencing absence seizures.
The child may appear to be daydreaming and may have brief
lapses in awareness.
The child will show signs of confusion and disorientation after the
episode.
The child will experience prolonged loss of consciousness.
The child will exhibit severe muscle spasms and fall to the ground.
3. Why is it important for parents to understand the significance of wearing
helmets for school-age children?
Helmets are only required for children under five.
Children do not need helmets if they are riding slowly.
Helmets are only necessary for competitive sports.
Wearing helmets protects children from head injuries during
activities like biking or skateboarding.
4. A nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to the caregivers of a toddler.
Which of the following does the nurse include?
, expect negative and ritualistic behaviors
encourage annual screening of PKU
meeting caloric needs leads to increased appetite
teach food habits that prevent cavities
bedtime fears is common
5. In a scenario where a preschooler is hospitalized and expresses fear
about the treatment, how should the nurse respond to address the child's
magical thinking?
The nurse should use simple language and reassure the child,
explaining the treatment in a way that alleviates fears without
dismissing their feelings.
The nurse should ignore the child's fears and focus on the
treatment process.
The nurse should explain the medical procedures in complex
terms to educate the child.
The nurse should encourage the child to express their fears
without providing any reassurance.
6. A nurse is doing a developmental screen on an 18-month-old. What
should the toddler be able to do?
walk up and down stairs
throw ball overhand
stand on one foot for a few seconds
use spoon without rotation
build tower 6 blocks high
7. Describe the significance of developmental screenings in pediatric
nursing.
, Developmental screenings are only necessary for children over 5
years old.
Developmental screenings are not useful in pediatric nursing.
Developmental screenings focus solely on physical health,
ignoring cognitive development.
Developmental screenings help identify delays in a child's
growth and development, allowing for early intervention.
8. What is the correct technique for administering otic medication to an
infant?
Pull the pinna downward and straight back
Ensure that the medication is cool
Hyperextend the infant's neck
Hold the infant in an upright position
9. Describe two key developmental milestones that a nurse should assess in
an 18-month-old child during a developmental screening.
Drawing circles and building a tower with 6 blocks are key
milestones.
Building a tower with 6 blocks and walking up and down stairs are
key milestones.
Throwing a ball overhead and using a spoon without rotation
are key milestones.
Using a spoon without rotation and drawing circles are key
milestones.
10. At what age should an infant's birth weight typically have doubled
according to pediatric growth standards?
3 months
, 6 months
9 months
12 months
11. At what age should a child typically be able to ride a tricycle?
4 years old
2 years old
3 years old
5 years old
12. Why is it important to introduce iron fortified cereals as the first food for
a 4-month-old infant?
Iron fortified cereals contain more calories than other options.
Iron fortified cereals provide essential iron that infants need for
growth and development.
Iron fortified cereals are the most popular choice among parents.
Iron fortified cereals are easier for infants to digest than other
foods.
13. What is a common behavior exhibited by preschool-age children
regarding their fears?
understanding cause of illness
relating fears to magical thinking
awareness of body functioning
describing manifestations of illness
14. If a nurse observes that a toddler is exhibiting negativism and ritualistic
behaviors, what should the nurse advise the parents to do?
