Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a child who is admitted with suspected acute appendicitis. Which of the following manifestations should indicate to the nurse that the child's appendix is perforated?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Sudden decrease in abdominal pain
Rationale:
⚠️ A sudden decrease in pain in a child with suspected appendicitis suggests perforation of the appendix and potential development of peritonitis.
⚠️ The release of pressure from the ruptured appendix initially relieves the pain, but this is dangerous as it signals worsening pathology.
⚠️ Immediate surgical intervention is necessary to prevent sepsis.
⚠️ Other signs like fever and tenderness may increase after the rupture.
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This question is from RN ATI Nur 307 Pediatric Nursing Exam which contains 14 questions.
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A parent tells a nurse that her toddler drinks 32 oz of milk a day and has a poor appetite for solid foods. The nurse should explain that the toddle is at risk for which of the following disorders?
Answer Choices:
A. Diabetes mellitus
B. Obesity
C. Iron deficiency anemia
D. Rickets
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Answer Choices:
A. Water
B. Broth
C. Oral rehydration solution
D. Diluted apple juice
A nurse is providing teaching to the parent of an infant about introducing solid foods. The nurse should recommend that which of the following foods be introduced first?
Answer Choices:
A. Cooked egg whites
B. pureed meats
C. Strained fruits
D. Iron-fortified cereal
A nurse is providing teaching to a parent of a child who has celiac disease. The nurse should include which of the following food choices for this child?
Answer Choices:
A. Wheat
B. Barley
C. Rice
D. Rye
A nurse is caring for a child who has Addison's disease. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
A. Monitor the child for fluid volume excess.
B. Discuss the manifestations of hyperglycemia with the parents.
C. Place the child on a low-sodium diet.
D. Teach the parents about cortisol replacement therapy.
Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
- Answer Choices: 4