NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
A woman is admitted with suspected placenta previa. What test does the nurse expect will be done to confirm the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ultrasound is the safest and most accurate test to confirm placenta previa, visualizing placental location.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the most important nursing action when caring for a child with epiglottitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Temperature monitoring is vital to detect fever, which can indicate worsening infection in epiglottitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a premature infant. Immediately after arrival in the nursery, which nursing action is essential?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking airway patency is the priority to ensure respiratory stability in a premature infant.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is to administer pancreatic enzymes to an 8-month-old child who has cystic fibrosis. When should this medication be administered?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes are given with meals to aid digestion and absorption of nutrients in cystic fibrosis.
Question 5 of 5
An infant who has severe diarrhea and dehydration is hospitalized and is NPO. Intravenous fluids are ordered. What is the immediate goal of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Restoring intravascular volume is the immediate priority to correct dehydration and prevent shock.