NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of a child who has ringworm asks what kind of worm the child has. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ringworm is a fungal infection, not a worm, and its circular appearance is characteristic.
Question 2 of 5
A pregnant 16-year-old asks the nurse if she should have an abortion. How should the nurse respond initially?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking about her feelings promotes a nonjudgmental discussion, respecting her autonomy.
Question 3 of 5
A 6-year-old child is admitted for a tonsillectomy. Considering the child's age, which of the following would be the most important to include in a preoperative physical assessment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing loose teeth is critical before a tonsillectomy to prevent dislodgement and aspiration during intubation in a 6-year-old.
Question 4 of 5
A baby boy was born at 2:45 A.M. after a 35-week gestation. He weighed 1170 g. Upon admission to the premature nursery, he had slight respiratory distress, nasal flaring, grunting, intercostal retractions, and slight cyanosis. Apgar score at one minute was 4, and at five minutes, it was 6. Apical pulse is 164, respirations are 44, and axillary temperature is 96°F. What was the most likely cause of the baby's cyanosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cyanosis in a preterm infant with respiratory distress is due to inadequate oxygenation from immature lungs.
Question 5 of 5
Which factor would most likely be a cause of epiglottitis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Haemophilus influenzae, type B is the most common cause of epiglottitis, leading to rapid airway swelling.