NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a 3-year-old child with a fractured humerus. The child is crying and screaming, 'I hate you.' Which of the following would be most appropriate:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Such behavior is a normal stress response in a young child experiencing pain and fear in an emergency setting.
Question 2 of 5
A 3-year-old child receiving chemotherapy after surgery for a Wilms' tumor has developed neutropenia. The parent is trying to encourage the child to eat by bringing extra foods to the room. Which food would not be appropriate for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Raw fruits carry infection risk.
Question 3 of 5
A child is to receive I.V. antibiotics for osteomyelitis. Before the initial dose of antibiotics can be given, the nurse confirms that a blood sample for which of the following tests has been drawn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A blood culture is essential before starting antibiotics to identify the causative organism in osteomyelitis.
Question 4 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.
Question 5 of 5
After teaching the mother of a 2-year-old child with lactose intolerance about which dairy products to include in the child's diet, which of the following if stated by the mother indicates effective teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hard cheeses (e.g., cheddar) are low in lactose and often tolerated. Ice cream, creamed soups, and pudding have high lactose content, causing symptoms.