NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of an 8-year-old with diabetes tells the nurse that she does not want the school to know about her daughter's condition. The nurse should reply:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring concerns builds trust and allows the nurse to address fears while explaining the need for school awareness (e.g., for hypoglycemia management). Other responses dismiss or mandate without dialogue.
Question 2 of 5
A mother has heard that several children have been diagnosed with mononucleosis. She asks the nurse what ascendancy what precautions should be taken to prevent this from occurring in her child. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mononucleosis spreads through saliva, but routine hygiene is sufficient; no special precautions are needed.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse determines that interventions for decreasing fluid retention have been effective when the child with nephrotic syndrome demonstrates evidence of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased girth indicates reduced edema.
Question 4 of 5
To determine if a blood pressure reading is normal, the nurse must know which information about the child? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,F
Rationale: Age, height, and weight are key factors in determining normal blood pressure ranges.
Question 5 of 5
The mother of a toilet-trained toddler who was admitted to the hospital for severe gastroenteritis and subsequent dehydration and is now at home asks the nurse why the child still wets the bed. Which of the following should be the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regression, like bedwetting, is common after hospitalization due to stress.