NCLEX-PN
Pediatric NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has provided the mother with information about her newborn’s milia. The nurse evaluates that the mother understands information when the mother makes which statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milia are benign self-resolving white spots from sebaceous glands clearing within a month. Lotion surgery or alcohol are inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A child weighs 22 kg and is prescribed a medication at 5 mg/kg/day in two divided doses. How many milligrams should the nurse administer per dose?
Correct Answer: 55 mg
Rationale: Calculation: 22 kg × 5 mg/kg/day = 110 mg/day. Divided into two doses: 110 ÷ 2 = 55 mg per dose. Since no options are provided, the calculated dose is noted for accuracy.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for the infant in the neonatal ICU who has an umbilical artery catheter (UAC) in place. To monitor for and prevent complications with this catheter,which actions should be planned by the nurse? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: Check catheter position abdominal wall pulses every 2–4 hours and glucose levels to monitor for displacement bleeding perfusion issues or hypoglycemia. Keep tubing away from limbs and avoid frequent repositioning to reduce infection risk.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a priority for the nurse to assess when testing the child's urine?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In DKA, assessing for ketones in the urine is a priority, as ketonuria confirms the presence of ketones, a hallmark of DKA resulting from fat metabolism due to insulin deficiency.
Question 5 of 5
Which assessment finding is most indicative of a child with a protein deficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Protein deficiency can lead to brittle hair and dry skin due to inadequate protein for tissue repair and maintenance, a hallmark of conditions like kwashiorkor.