NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a child with hemophilia who is scheduled for a dental procedure. Which precaution should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Factor replacement therapy before dental procedures prevents excessive bleeding in hemophilia. Ibuprofen and vigorous rinsing increase bleeding risk.
Question 2 of 5
After teaching the parents about the urethral catheter placed after surgical repair of their son's hypospadias, the nurse determines that the teaching was successful when the mother states that the catheter in her child's penis accomplishes which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The catheter keeps the urethra open.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer furosemide (Lasix) to a 3-year-old with a heart defect. The nurse verifies the child's identity by checking the arm band and:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asking the parent is appropriate for a 3-year-old, who may not reliably state their name or birth date. Room numbers are not reliable identifiers.
Question 4 of 5
The health care team determines that the family of an infant with failure to thrive who is to be discharged will need follow-up care. Which of the following would be the most effective method of follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Weekly in-home nurse visits provide direct monitoring and support for feeding and growth. Phone calls, classes, or clinic visits are less comprehensive.
Question 5 of 5
The mother asks the nurse about her 9-year-old child's apparent need for between-meal snacks, especially after school. When developing a sound nutritional plan for the child with the mother, the nurse should advise the mother:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Involving the child in snack preparation promotes healthy choices and responsibility.