NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of a toddler with nephrotic syndrome asks the nurse what can be done about the child's swollen eyes. Which measure should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevation reduces swelling.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the teaching plan for the parents of a 12-month-old infant with hypospadias and chordee repair, which of the following should the nurse expect to include as most important?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Restraining prevents dislodgment of catheters.
Question 3 of 5
When developing the preoperative plan of care for an infant with Hirschsprung's disease, which of the following should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rectal tube may help relieve obstruction preoperatively in Hirschsprung's disease.
Question 4 of 5
An adolescent male client scheduled for an emergency appendectomy is to be transferred directly from the emergency room to the operating room. Which of the following statements by the client should the nurse interpret as most significant?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Worsening pain may indicate perforation, requiring urgent attention.
Question 5 of 5
The hospital is responding to a mass casualty disaster with adult and pediatric victims. After reallocating staff, the charge nurse on the pediatric floor should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reviewing for early discharges optimizes bed availability for new patients.