NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A mother brings her 18-month-old to the clinic because the child 'eats ashes, crayons, and paper.' Which of the following information about the toddler should the nurse assess first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Changes in the home environment may contribute to pica, which requires immediate assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A 10-year-old with leukemia is taking immunosuppressive drugs. To maintain health the nurse should instruct the child and parents to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Live attenuated vaccines are contraindicated in immunosuppression due to infection risk. Other options are unnecessary or overly restrictive.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching an 8-year-old with diabetes and her parents about managing diabetes during illness. The nurse determines the parents understand the instruction when they indicate that, when the child is ill, they will provide:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Illness increases insulin resistance, often requiring more insulin to manage elevated blood glucose. Calorie, protein, or fat adjustments are secondary to insulin needs.
Question 4 of 5
While assessing the penis of a child who has had surgery for repair of a hypospadias, the nurse observes the appearance of the penis. The nurse should report which aspect to the surgeon?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dusky coloration may indicate compromised circulation.
Question 5 of 5
During hospitalization, a 10-year-old child with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis and oliguria asks for food from home. After teaching the mother and child about diet, the nurse determines that the teaching had been effective when the mother brings in which food?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-sodium, low-protein options are best.