NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A school-age child with cystic fibrosis asks the nurse what sports she can become involved in as she becomes older. Which of the following activities would be appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swimming is appropriate for a child with cystic fibrosis, as the humid environment minimizes airway irritation, and the activity promotes respiratory muscle strength without excessive strain.
Question 2 of 5
The charge nurse on the pediatric floor has assigned a 6-year-old girl of Arab-American ethnicity with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes and an 8-year-old girl recovering from ketoacidosis to the same semi-immune treatment. The 6-year-old's mother is upset because the parent staying with the other child is the father. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cultural sensitivity requires addressing the mother's discomfort, likely due to gender norms. Reassigning rooms respects her concerns while maintaining care. Teaching convenience, alternative sleeping, or customer service do not address cultural needs.
Question 3 of 5
A child with cystic fibrosis is receiving gentamicin. Which of the following nursing actions is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Monitoring intake and output is critical when administering gentamicin, an aminoglycoside, to detect early signs of nephrotoxicity, a common adverse effect.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse judges that the mother understands the diet restrictions for her child with chronic renal failure who is receiving peritoneal dialysis when she reports providing a diet involving which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dietary restrictions help manage symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent with a history of surgical repair for an undescended testis comes to the clinic for a sports physical. Anticipatory guidance for the parents and adolescent should focus on which of the following as most important?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monthly self-exams help detect issues early.