NCLEX-PN
Pediatrics NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A child is prescribed 10 mg/kg of a medication, and the child weighs 15 kg. The medication is available as 50 mg/mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 3 mL
Rationale: Calculation: 15 kg × 10 mg/kg = 150 mg. Volume = 150 mg ÷ 50 mg/mL = 3 mL. Since no options are provided, the calculated volume is noted for accuracy.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding may indicate a serious neurovascular problem that should be reported immediately to the charge nurse or physician?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to wiggle toes suggests neurovascular compromise, such as nerve or vascular injury, requiring immediate reporting to prevent permanent damage.
Question 3 of 5
Which nursing instruction is correct for the parents of a child who has a vitamin D deficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cod liver oil is a rich source of vitamin D, essential for correcting vitamin D deficiency and supporting bone health.
Question 4 of 5
The most common cause of heart disease in pregnant woman in Pakistan is:
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Rheumatic heart disease is the most common cause of heart disease in pregnant women in developing countries like Pakistan due to high prevalence of rheumatic fever. Congenital heart disease is less common and other options are rare in pregnancy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for the full-term newborn male who is 24 hours old and was circumcised with a Gomco clamp 30 minutes ago. Which interventions should the nurse plan for care of the newborn’s circumcision? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Monitor the penis for swelling/bleeding document first void to rule out obstruction and apply petroleum ointment to prevent bleeding. Commercial wipes may irritate and tight diapers cause pain.