NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adolescent with chronic renal failure is scheduled to go home with a peritoneal dialysis catheter in place. When developing the discharge teaching plan for the client and family focusing on psychosocial needs, which of the following areas should be a top priority to include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Body image concerns are significant.
Question 2 of 5
A child diagnosed with Wilms' tumor undergoes successful surgery for removal of the diseased kidney. When the child returns to the room, the nurse should place the child in which position?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Semi-Fowler's aids breathing.
Question 3 of 5
After a child undergoes a craniotomy for an infratentorial brain tumor, the nurse should place the child in which of the following positions to prevent undue strain on the sutures?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Side-lying position minimizes pressure on infratentorial sutures while maintaining airway and reducing intracranial pressure.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following questions should the nurse ask first when obtaining a history from the mother of a 10-year-old child with a fever, complaints of not feeling well, and swelling around the eyes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sore throat could indicate streptococcal infection.
Question 5 of 5
A child with newly diagnosed osteomyelitis has nausea and vomiting. The parent wishes to give the child ginger snaps to help control the nausea. The nurse should tell the parent:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ginger snaps are a safe, non-medicinal option that may help alleviate nausea in children.