NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 13-month-old has a febrile seizure one month after the administration of the chickenpox vaccine. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Febrile seizures post-vaccination should be reported to VAERS for monitoring vaccine safety.
Question 2 of 5
A parent of a child with a moderate head injury asks the nurse, 'How will you know if my child is getting worse?' The nurse should tell the parents that the best indicator of the child's brain function is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Level of consciousness is the most sensitive indicator of brain function, reflecting changes in neurological status.
Question 3 of 5
On a home visit following discharge from the hospital after treatment for severe gastroenteritis, the mother tells the nurse that her toddler answers "No!" and is difficult to manage. After discussing this further with the mother, the nurse explains that the child's behavior is most likely the result of which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale:
Toddlers often assert independence through oppositional behavior.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse administers ranitidine (Zantac) instead of cetirizine (Zyrtec) to an 8-year-old with asthma. The client has suffered no adverse effects. The nurse tells the charge nurse of the incident but fears disciplinary action. The charge nurse should tell the nurse:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reporting the error helps identify system problems to improve client safety, promoting a culture of transparency and quality improvement.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child in Bryant's traction (see figure). The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent skin care is essential in Bryant's traction to prevent pressure ulcers due to prolonged immobility.