NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Nursing Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse observes as a child with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy attempts to use from a sitting position on the floor. After attaining a kneeling position, the child 'walks' his hands up his legs to stand. The nurse documents this as which of the following?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gower's sign is characteristic of Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, indicating proximal muscle weakness as the child uses their hands to 'walk' up their legs to stand.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 3 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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