NCLEX-PN
Pediatrics NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
23 years old primigravida presents to you at fourteen weeks of gestation. She is concerned about normality of fetus. At what time you will advice her detailed fetal anomaly scan:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A detailed fetal anomaly scan is typically performed between 18-22 weeks of gestation as this is the optimal time to visualize fetal anatomy clearly. Earlier scans (10-14 weeks) are for nuchal translucency and later scans may miss the window for detailed structural assessment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should plan to keep which equipment or supplies in the burned child's room in case an emergency arises?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Burn patients are at risk for airway compromise due to inhalation injury or edema. Keeping an endotracheal tube and oxygen supply available is critical for emergency airway management.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate when caring for a child experiencing a sickle cell crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering oxygen as ordered improves oxygenation, critical during a sickle cell crisis to counteract hypoxia caused by vaso-occlusion and reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.
Question 4 of 5
Breech extraction is only indicated in:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Breech extraction is indicated for a retained second twin to expedite delivery and prevent complications. Other breech presentations typically require cesarean section or external cephalic version.
Question 5 of 5
An infant had four wet diapers during the 8-hour shift. The weight of a dry diaper is 15 g. The four wet diapers weighed 30 g, 24 g, 21 g, and 25 g. What amount in milliliters should the nurse record for the total 8-hour urine? _______ mL (Record your answer as a whole number.)
Correct Answer: 40
Rationale: Subtract dry diaper weight (15 g): 30–15=15 g 24–15=9 g 21–15=6 g 25–15=10 g.
Total: 15+9+6+10=40 g equaling 40 mL urine output.