NCLEX-RN
Free NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother asks the nurse for advice about discipline for her 18-month-old. Which of the following should the nurse suggest that the mother use?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Time out is an effective, age-appropriate discipline method for an 18-month-old.
Question 2 of 5
Initiation of which of the following immunizations is recommended prior to the adolescent entering college?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Meningococcal vaccine is recommended before college due to increased risk in dormitories.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is making an initial visit to a family with a 3-year-old child with early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. Which of the following findings is expected with the missing child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Enlarged calf muscles due to pseudohypertrophy are a hallmark of early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, caused by fatty infiltration of muscle tissue.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
Which of the following would be the best activity for the nurse to include in the plan of care for an infant experiencing severe diarrhea?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Daily weights provide an accurate measure of fluid loss in diarrhea.