ATI LPN
Pediatric Immunization NCLEX Questions Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a newborn's fontanelles. What should the presence of a sunken fontanelle indicate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A sunken fontanelle signals dehydration in newborns (AAP), reflecting fluid loss, unlike bulging (pressure-related).
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child with a tracheostomy tube. What is the primary purpose of the tracheostomy tube cuff?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The cuff seals the trachea to prevent aspiration (AAP), its primary purpose in tracheostomy care.
Question 3 of 5
What is the primary goal of pediatric pain management?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reducing pain to a tolerable level balances comfort and safety (AAP), the realistic goal.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most appropriate nursing intervention to prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Supine sleep on a firm mattress reduces SIDS risk (AAP), the gold standard prevention.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing a preschooler for a cast application. How can the nurse best reduce the child's anxiety?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Choosing a cast color empowers preschoolers, reducing anxiety (AAP), a proven strategy.