NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant 16-year-old asks the nurse if she should have an abortion. How should the nurse respond initially?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking about her feelings promotes a nonjudgmental discussion, respecting her autonomy.
Question 2 of 5
A 6-month-old child is being seen for a well-baby visit. The child has received all immunizations as recommended so far. What immunizations does the nurse expect to give at this visit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 6 months, DTP, hepatitis B, and HIB are standard immunizations, per CDC guidelines, while MMR and varicella are given later.
Question 3 of 5
A 3-year-old child is admitted with a tentative diagnosis of Wilms' tumor. What nursing action is essential because of the diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Avoiding abdominal palpation prevents potential tumor rupture or seeding in Wilms' tumor.
Question 4 of 5
The mother of a 2-year-old child asks the nurse how to cope with the child's frequent temper tantrums when he does not get what he wants immediately. What information should the nurse include when responding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ignoring tantrums, while ensuring safety, prevents reinforcement of the behavior, helping the child learn self-regulation.
Question 5 of 5
A 26-year-old, gravida 3, para 0, term 0, preterm 0, abortion 2, living 0 in early labor is admitted to labor and delivery. She is not sure if her membranes have ruptured. She has had some leakage of fluid. How should the nurse begin the assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking about a sample of the leaking fluid aids in confirming membrane rupture, a priority assessment.