NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 10-month-old child is seen in the well baby clinic. Which assessment finding by the nurse indicates a need for further neurological evaluation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to sit up without support at 10 months suggests a neurological delay, warranting further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
A new mother is about to be discharged from the hospital. Which statement made by a new mother indicates a need for more instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using an old diaphragm is unsafe postpartum due to potential size changes, indicating a need for further teaching.
Question 3 of 5
A woman who is 38 weeks gestation tells the nurse that she sometimes gets dizzy when she lies down. Which information is it important for the nurse to give the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lying on the left side prevents supine hypotensive syndrome, where the uterus compresses the vena cava, causing dizziness.
Question 4 of 5
A 10-month-old infant is hospitalized with severe eczema. The child has elbow restraints applied. When should the elbow restraints be removed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Removing restraints every two hours allows skin care and movement, preventing complications while minimizing scratching.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of a newborn who has a cleft lip and palate to feed the infant. Which would be least appropriate to include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the syringe tip at the front of the mouth is inappropriate; it should be directed toward the side to avoid the cleft and ensure safe feeding.