NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After teaching the parent of an infant who has had a surgical repair for a cleft lip about the use of elbow restraints at home, the nurse determines that the teaching has been successful when the parent states which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elbow restraints should be worn continuously but removed periodically to check for skin irritation, ensuring both safety and comfort.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching the parents of a child with febrile seizures about methods to lower temperature other than using medication, which of the following statements indicates that further teaching is necessary?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: All options are incorrect: blankets increase temperature, cold baths cause discomfort, and alcohol sponging is unsafe. Further teaching is needed.
Question 3 of 5
When developing the teaching plan about illness for the mother of a preschooler, which of the following should the nurse include about how a preschooler perceives illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Preschoolers often view illness as punishment for bad behavior due to magical thinking.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assisting another member of the health care team who is placing a peripherally inserted catheter in a 10-year-old with peritonitis from a ruptured appendix. The family is present in the treatment room to support the child. The nurse observes the other team member has contaminated a sterile glove. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immediately addressing the contamination maintains sterility and patient safety.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year-old child does well after infratentorial tumor removal and is transferred back to the pediatric unit. Although she had been told about having her head shaved, she becomes upset. After exploring the child's feelings, which action should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering a hat empowers the child to cope with her appearance change, addressing her distress directly.