NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Question 1 of 5
A 6-month-old child is being seen for a well-baby visit. The child has received all immunizations as recommended so far. What immunizations does the nurse expect to give at this visit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 6 months, DTP, hepatitis B, and HIB are standard immunizations, per CDC guidelines, while MMR and varicella are given later.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is the most important nursing assessment during the fourth stage of labor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assessing bladder distention is critical to prevent uterine displacement and postpartum hemorrhage.
Question 3 of 5
After her examination by the physician, the antepartal client tells the nurse that the doctor said she had positive Chadwick's and Goodell's signs. She asks the nurse what this means. What is the best response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Chadwick's sign is bluish discoloration of the vagina/cervix, and Goodell's sign is cervical softening, both confirming pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
An infant is born with a meningomyelocele. How should the nurse position the infant before surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Side-lying with a pillow protects the meningomyelocele from pressure and trauma before surgery.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year-old child is terminally ill. Considering the child's age, which statement would you most expect the child to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An 8-year-old is likely to fear pain associated with death, making this statement developmentally appropriate.