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Pediatric Immunity NCLEX Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing a toddler for a scheduled surgery. Which strategy should the nurse use to minimize the child's anxiety?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A favorite toy reduces anxiety in toddlers (1-3 years) by providing comfort (AAP). Other choices are inappropriate or impractical.
Question 2 of 5
A school-age child is diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Which medication is commonly prescribed to manage the symptoms of ADHD?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Methylphenidate (e.g., Ritalin) is a common stimulant for ADHD (AAP), improving focus and impulse control, unlike other listed meds.
Question 3 of 5
A preschooler is undergoing diagnostic testing for suspected meningitis. Which test is most valuable in confirming the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lumbar puncture analyzes CSF for meningitis pathogens (AAP), the gold standard for diagnosis, unlike imaging or EEG.
Question 4 of 5
Which respiratory condition is characterized by a barking cough, stridor, and respiratory distress in children?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Croup features a barking cough and stridor from upper airway inflammation (AAP), distinct from wheezing in asthma or pneumonia signs.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer immunizations to a 12-month-old child. Which vaccine is commonly given at this age to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: MMR is given at 12-15 months (CDC) to protect against measles, mumps, and rubella, unlike other listed vaccines.