NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A diagnosis of hemophilia A is confirmed in an infant. Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the parents as the infant becomes more mobile and starts to crawl?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Padding protects joints from trauma, reducing bleeding risk in hemophilia. Aspirin increases bleeding, urine checks are unnecessary, and teething bleeding is minimal.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the plan of care for a child with early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, which of the following nursing goals is the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintaining function of unaffected muscles is the priority to prolong mobility and independence in early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching parents of a child with PKU about dietary management. Which instruction is most important?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regular monitoring of phenylalanine levels ensures dietary compliance and prevents toxicity. Fruits and vegetables are allowed, high-protein foods are avoided, and water restriction is unnecessary.
Question 4 of 5
An adolescent tells the school nurse that she would like to use tampons during her period. The nurse should first:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Educating about toxic shock syndrome is critical due to the risk associated with tampon use.
Question 5 of 5
Laboratory findings indicate that a child with leukemia is also anemic. The nurse interprets this finding as most likely resulting from which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leukemia crowds out bone marrow, reducing red blood cell production, causing anemia. Other causes are less likely.