ATI RN
ATI Nursing Care of Children
1. All of the following statements are true regarding the value of play except:
- A. Play helps preschoolers develop moral values
- B. Play helps develop muscle coordination, uses energy, and develops self-confidence
- C. Play is the work of children
- D. Play is not an effective way for the nurse to establish rapport with the child
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Play is an effective way to establish rapport with children as it helps build trust, communication, and a positive relationship. Choices A, B, and C are true statements about the value of play: A) Play helps preschoolers develop moral values by promoting social skills, cooperation, and empathy. B) Play aids in developing muscle coordination, utilizing energy, and fostering self-confidence through physical activities. C) 'Play is the work of children' emphasizes the importance of play in a child's development, learning, and creativity. Therefore, D is the correct answer as it incorrectly suggests that play is not an effective way for the nurse to establish rapport with the child.
2. The nurse is preparing to complete documentation on a patient's chart. Which should be included in documentation of nursing care? (Select all that apply.)
- A. Reassessments
- B. Nursing care provided
- C. Initial assessments
- D. All of the above
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Proper documentation includes reassessments, initial assessments, care provided, and the patient's response, but incident reports are typically documented separately.
3. A mother brings 6-month-old Eric to the clinic for a well-baby checkup. She comments, "I want to go back to work, but I don't want Eric to suffer because I'll have less time with him." Which is the nurse's most appropriate answer?
- A. "I'm sure he'll be fine if you get a good babysitter."
- B. "You will need to stay home until Eric starts school."
- C. "Let's talk about the childcare options that will be best for Eric."
- D. "You should go back to work so Eric will get used to being with others."
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The best approach is to discuss childcare options that would suit Eric's needs, allowing the mother to make an informed decision without guilt or pressure.
4. What is most important in the management of cellulitis?
- A. Burow solution compresses
- B. Oral or parenteral antibiotics
- C. Topical application of an antibiotic
- D. Incision and drainage of severe lesions
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Oral or parenteral antibiotics are essential in treating cellulitis to eliminate the infection. Topical antibiotics are not sufficient, and incision and drainage are only for abscesses.
5. The parents of a 5-year-old child ask the nurse how they can minimize misbehavior. Which responses should the nurse give? (Select all that apply.)
- A. Set clear and reasonable goals
- B. Teach desirable behavior through your own example
- C. Don’t call attention to unacceptable behavior
- D. All of the above
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Setting clear goals, praising good behavior, and modeling appropriate behavior are effective strategies for minimizing misbehavior in children.