NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 8-month-old infant who has had diarrhea for two days. Which is the most useful in assessing the degree of dehydration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Daily weight is the most accurate measure of dehydration, reflecting fluid loss in infants.
Question 2 of 5
A 3-month-old infant is admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of Hirschsprung's disease. What is most important when monitoring the infant's status?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Measuring abdominal girth monitors for distension, a key concern in Hirschsprung's disease due to bowel obstruction.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an infant admitted with diarrhea, poor skin turgor, and dry mucous membranes. Which laboratory data would cause the nurse the most concern?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A urine specific gravity of 1.035 indicates concentrated urine, suggesting significant dehydration.
Question 4 of 5
A 3-year-old child is admitted with a diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome. Which signs and symptoms would the nurse expect the parents to report when the child is admitted?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Puffy eyes and weight gain are classic signs of nephrotic syndrome due to edema from protein loss.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an infant born with exstrophy of the bladder. What will be included in the care of this infant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Covering the exposed bladder with plastic wrap protects the mucosa and prevents drying until surgical repair.