NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During hospitalization, a 10-year-old child with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis and oliguria asks for food from home. After teaching the mother and child about diet, the nurse determines that the teaching had been effective when the mother brings in which food?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-sodium, low-protein options are best.
Question 2 of 5
During hospitalization, a 10-year-old child with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis and oliguria asks for food from home. After teaching the mother and child about diet, the nurse determines that the teaching had been effective when the mother brings in which food?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-sodium, low-protein options are best.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be appropriate for the nurse to identify as a priority diagnosis for an infant just admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of gastroenteritis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fluid loss from diarrhea is the most urgent concern in gastroenteritis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse mentions that a group meeting for mothers of mentally retarded children is to be held soon. 'Not retarded!' the child's mother angrily blazes, 'Exceptional.' When responding to this outburst, which of the following replies by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inviting the mother to share her feelings promotes therapeutic communication and addresses her emotional response sensitively.
Question 5 of 5
The parent of a 9-month-old infant is concerned that the infant's front soft spot is still open. The nurse should tell the parent:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The anterior fontanelle typically closes between 12-18 months, so this is normal.