NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a prenatal class. A woman in the class who is eight months pregnant asks why her feet swell. The nurse includes which of the following information in the answer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The enlarging uterus compresses veins, reducing venous return and causing fluid retention in the feet and ankles.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing breast self-examination with a group of women in a clinic. One woman asks, 'When should I do this examination?' What is the best response for the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing breast self-examination a few days after menstruation, when breasts are less tender, ensures accuracy.
Question 3 of 5
A 10-month-old child is being treated for otitis media. What is the most important nursing action to prevent recurrence of the infection?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Completing the full course of antibiotics prevents recurrence of otitis media by ensuring eradication of the infection.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman who delivered a healthy infant via cesarean delivery 30 minutes ago. The mother says to the nurse, 'Please don't touch my belly. I had an operation.' What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking the uterus is essential post-cesarean to prevent hemorrhage, but the nurse can avoid the incision to respect the mother's concern.
Question 5 of 5
A 6-month-old child is being seen for a well-baby visit. The child has received all immunizations as recommended so far. What immunizations does the nurse expect to give at this visit?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: At 6 months, DTP, hepatitis B, and HIB are standard immunizations, per CDC guidelines, while MMR and varicella are given later.