NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse discusses the eating habits of school-age children with their parents, explaining that these habits are most influenced by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parental modeling during meals strongly influences children's eating habits.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse discusses the eating habits of school-age children with their parents, explaining that these habits are most influenced by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Parental modeling during meals strongly influences children's eating habits.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching an obese child about portion control. Which strategy should be included?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Smaller plates help control portion sizes visually. Prepackaged meals may be unhealthy, skipping breakfast can increase hunger, and soda adds empty calories.
Question 4 of 5
An 8-year-old with diabetes is placed on neutral and immune Hagedorn (NPH) and regular insulin before breakfast and before dinner. She will receive a snack of milk and cereal at bedtime. The snack will:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A bedtime snack with NPH insulin prevents late-night hypoglycemia by providing carbohydrates during peak insulin action. It is not primarily for weight gain, immediate use, or diet adherence.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse judges that the mother understands the diet restrictions for her child with chronic renal failure who is receiving peritoneal dialysis when she reports providing a diet involving which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dietary restrictions help manage symptoms.