NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 1-month-old infant is seen in the clinic and is diagnosed as having congenital hypothyroidism (cretinism). Her parents ask the nurse if their child will be normal. What is the best response for the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early detection and lifelong thyroid hormone replacement allow normal development in congenital hypothyroidism.
Question 2 of 5
A woman is being treated for Trichomonas vaginalis with metronidazole (Flagyl). Which statement the woman makes indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alcohol consumption with metronidazole can cause severe reactions, indicating a need for further teaching to avoid all alcohol.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is administering eye drops to a child who has conjunctivitis. Where should the eye drops be placed?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing eye drops in the conjunctival sac ensures proper distribution and absorption.
Question 4 of 5
On the evening of the second day after birth, an infant was observed to be icteric, so he was exposed to blue light. What is the purpose of the blue light?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blue light (phototherapy) converts indirect bilirubin to a water-soluble, less toxic form for excretion.
Question 5 of 5
A newborn has a myelomeningocele. What is the most important nursing action prior to surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying sterile, moist dressings protects the myelomeningocele from infection and drying before surgery.