NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 3-year-old child is brought to the physician's office by the parent. The parent states that the child was completely toilet trained but has been 'having accidents' recently. The parent also tells the nurse that the child is voiding more often than usual and that the urine has a strong odor. What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Frequent voiding, strong-smelling urine, and accidents suggest a urinary tract infection, requiring a urine specimen.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning care for an 11-year-old child who has a fractured femur and is in traction. Which activity would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Building with popsicle sticks engages an 11-year-old's creativity and fine motor skills, suitable for traction.
Question 3 of 5
A woman who is at about six weeks gestation asks if she can listen to the baby's heartbeat today. What should be included in the nurse's reply?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At six weeks, the fetal heart is beating but too weak to be heard with a standard stethoscope.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman after insertion of radium rods for treatment of cancer of the cervix. The nurse positions her in a supine position with legs extended for which reason?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The supine position with legs extended helps maintain the correct placement of radium rods for effective treatment.
Question 5 of 5
A 3-year-old child is admitted to the pediatric unit for diagnostic tests. His mother is discussing the child's hospitalization with the nurse. She is concerned about staying with this child and caring for her other two children at home. Which suggestion to the mother will most help the child adjust to being in the hospital?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Familiar items like a teddy bear and blanket provide comfort and reduce anxiety, aiding the child's adjustment to the hospital.