NCLEX-PN
Pediatrics NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse correctly advises the adolescent that the brace has to be worn during which time period?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Milwaukee brace is typically worn 23 hours a day, except during bathing, to effectively correct scoliosis by maintaining spinal alignment.
Question 2 of 5
The postpartum client (G2P2) asks the nurse for suggestions to help facilitate her 3-year-old’s attachment and acceptance of their newborn. Which action should the nurse suggest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Providing a doll encourages the 3-year-old to mimic parental care reducing jealousy. Hospital visits shared parental attention and accepting regression promote bonding.
Question 3 of 5
The most common cause of heart disease in pregnant woman in Pakistan is:
Correct Answer: E
Rationale: Rheumatic heart disease is the most common cause of heart disease in pregnant women in developing countries like Pakistan due to high prevalence of rheumatic fever. Congenital heart disease is less common and other options are rare in pregnancy.
Question 4 of 5
A child is prescribed 10 mg/kg of a medication, and the child weighs 15 kg. The medication is available as 50 mg/mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 3 mL
Rationale: Calculation: 15 kg × 10 mg/kg = 150 mg. Volume = 150 mg ÷ 50 mg/mL = 3 mL. Since no options are provided, the calculated volume is noted for accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate when caring for a child experiencing a sickle cell crisis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering oxygen as ordered improves oxygenation, critical during a sickle cell crisis to counteract hypoxia caused by vaso-occlusion and reduced oxygen-carrying capacity.