NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 10-year-old child has had diagnosed bronchial asthma for three years. The child has been admitted to the pediatric unit in acute respiratory distress. Which of the following would be most characteristic of the child's asthmatic attack upon admission?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Expiratory wheezing is characteristic of asthma due to airway narrowing during exhalation.
Question 2 of 5
The parents of a child who has otitis media ask the nurse why the doctor told them to give the child acetaminophen instead of aspirin. What should the nurse include when answering?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Aspirin is linked to Reye's syndrome in children, a potentially fatal condition, making acetaminophen safer.
Question 3 of 5
A 4-year-old child has been admitted to the nursing unit with a diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome. The symptoms include generalized edema with weight gain, hypoproteinemia, hyperlipidemia, hypotension, and decreased urine output. In developing a nursing care plan for this child, which nursing diagnosis would be highest priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fluid volume excess is the highest priority due to generalized edema, which can lead to complications like respiratory distress.
Question 4 of 5
An oxytocin challenge test is ordered for a woman who is 42 weeks pregnant. What should the nurse plan for in the care of this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emptying the bladder ensures comfort and accurate monitoring during the oxytocin challenge test.
Question 5 of 5
The client is being discharged following a left simple mastectomy. Which statement the client makes indicates an understanding of discharge teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding blood pressure measurements on the affected arm prevents lymphedema, indicating understanding.