NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to teach the mother of a 6-month-old infant hospitalized with severe diarrhea to help her comfort her infant who is fussy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A pacifier provides non-nutritive sucking, soothing a fussy infant.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the plan of care for a child with early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, which of the following nursing goals is the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintaining function of unaffected muscles is the priority to prolong mobility and independence in early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy.
Question 3 of 5
The health care team determines that the family of an infant with failure to thrive who is to be discharged will need follow-up care. Which of the following would be the most effective method of follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weekly in-home nurse visits provide direct monitoring and support for feeding and growth. Phone calls, classes, or clinic visits are less comprehensive.
Question 4 of 5
What should the nurse include when developing the teaching plan for the parents of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis who is being treated with naproxen (Naprosyn)?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Parents should consult the nurse before giving other medications due to potential interactions, and missed doses should not be doubled to avoid toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent tells the school nurse that she would like to use tampons during her period. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Educating about toxic shock syndrome is critical due to the risk associated with tampon use.