NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is making an initial visit to a family with a 3-year-old child with early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. Which of the following findings is expected with the missing child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enlarged calf muscles due to pseudohypertrophy are a hallmark of early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, caused by fatty infiltration of muscle tissue.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning care with the parents of a child who requires continuous peritoneal dialysis. Which finding should be discussed with the physician?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Previous surgery might impact current care.
Question 3 of 5
An 8-year-old with newly diagnosed diabetes is in the hospital for regulation of diet and medications. The child is using an exchange method for the diet. The nurse should instruct the client that the American Diabetes Association's (ADA's) exchange method for dietary regulation includes:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The ADA exchange method groups foods by protein, fat, and carbohydrate content to balance macronutrients. It does not require weighing all food or exclusive carbohydrate counting, though lists are used.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting with conscious sedation for a 6-year-old undergoing a bone marrow biopsy. The nurse's most important responsibility during the procedure is to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monitoring the child during conscious sedation ensures safety, detecting respiratory or cardiovascular changes promptly.
Question 5 of 5
A 10-year-old has just spilled hot liquid on his arm, and a 4-inch area on his forearm is severely burned. His mother calls the emergency department. What should the nurse advise the mother to do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying cool (not cold) water for 10-15 minutes reduces burn depth and pain. Keeping the child warm is secondary, antibiotic cream is not immediate, and 911 is unnecessary for a localized burn unless systemic symptoms appear.