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ATI Pediatrics Final 1. A nurse is discussing the effects of chemical agents on infants. Which of the following identifies the rationale for an infant’s increased absorption through the skin?... • Infants have a larger body surface area relative to weight • Infants have an immature nervous system • Infants have a slower metabolic rate than adults • Infants are obligatory nose breathers 2. A nurse is caring for a 7-year-old child who has upper respiratory infection and type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements by the mother indicates a need for further instructions? • “I will encourage her to drink half a cup of water or sugar free fluids every 30 minutes.” • “I will continue to check her blood sugar two times every day.” • “I will notify the doctor if her temperature is not controlled with acetaminophen.” • “I will report a change in her breathing or any sign of confusion.” 3. A nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for balanced skeletal traction with a Thomas splint of the treatment of a fractured femur. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to prevent pressure points from developing around the edges of the splint? • Remove the weights for a few minutes each hour • Apply lotion to the skin under the edges of the splint • Reposition the client to keep him from staying in the same position in bed • Apply a foot plate to the bed 4. A nurse is caring for a client who has a new short leg cast on his lower leg to treat an ankle fracture. Which of the following findings requires immediate notification of the provider? • Inability to flex the toes of the casted foot • Dependent edema distal to the cast • Ecchymosis of the distal foot • Moderate level of pain 5. The nurse is caring for a 6-month-old with suspected meningitis. Which clinical manifestations should the nurse prepare to assess if meningitis is confirmed? (Select all that apply) • Photophobia • Fever • Edema • Irritability • Bulging anterior fontanel [Show More]
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