NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions Maternal Newborn Nursing Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman after the insertion of radium rods for treatment of cancer of the cervix. Which discomfort should the nurse anticipate that the client may have while the rods are in place?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Uterine cramps are common due to irritation from radium rods in the cervix.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parents of a child who has celiac disease about the dietary modifications that need to be made. Which foods, if selected by the parents, indicate an understanding of the child's dietary needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rice cake, milk, and banana are gluten-free, appropriate for celiac disease, unlike wheat-based toast, crackers, or buns.
Question 3 of 5
Which activity would best occupy a 12-month-old child while the nurse is interviewing the parents?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Large snap beads and a bowl are safe, age-appropriate, and engaging for a 12-month-old, allowing manipulation and exploration without the risks of small parts or sharp objects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child who has epiglottitis and is having respiratory difficulty. Which of the following is the nurse most likely to assess in the child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Mouth open, protruding tongue, and inspiratory stridor are classic signs of epiglottitis due to airway obstruction.
Question 5 of 5
A new mother has decided not to breastfeed her baby. Which statement indicates the best understanding of the management of engorgement?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Standing with the back to the shower avoids stimulating milk production, helping manage engorgement.