NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 10-month-old child is being treated for otitis media. What is the most important nursing action to prevent recurrence of the infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Completing the full course of antibiotics prevents recurrence of otitis media by ensuring eradication of the infection.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-month-old child is being seen for a well-baby visit. The child has received all immunizations as recommended so far. What immunizations does the nurse expect to give at this visit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 6 months, DTP, hepatitis B, and HIB are standard immunizations, per CDC guidelines, while MMR and varicella are given later.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is feeding a newborn infant glucose water. Which finding would make the nurse suspect that the infant has esophageal atresia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Choking after a few sucks suggests esophageal atresia, as the esophagus is blocked, preventing swallowing.
Question 4 of 5
A newborn has been diagnosed as having mild hip dysplasia. The mother asks the nurse why the physician told her to 'triple diaper' the baby. What should the nurse include when responding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Triple diapering abducts the hips, promoting proper alignment of the femoral head in the acetabulum.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman who delivered a healthy infant via cesarean delivery 30 minutes ago. The mother says to the nurse, 'Please don't touch my belly. I had an operation.' What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking the uterus is essential post-cesarean to prevent hemorrhage, but the nurse can avoid the incision to respect the mother's concern.