NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician is able to reduce an infant's hernia and schedules the infant for a herniorrhaphy in 2 days. The mother asks the nurse why the surgery is not performed now. Which of the following responses indicates that the nurse understands the rationale for delaying the surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Delaying surgery allows edema and inflammation to decrease, improving surgical outcomes.
Question 2 of 5
A child with hemophilia presents with a burning sensation in the knee and reluctance to move the body part. The nurse collaborates with the care team to provide the treatment and
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: RICE reduces swelling and bleeding in hemophilic joint bleeds. Aspirin worsens bleeding, active motion is harmful, and traction is inappropriate.
Question 3 of 5
A father brings his 4-week-old son to the clinic for a checkup, stating that he believes his son's testicle is missing. Which of the following explanations would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Testes often descend by 6 months of age; however, if they haven't, surgical intervention may be necessary.
Question 4 of 5
When teaching the parents of an infant how to perform back slaps to dislodge a foreign body, which of the following should the nurse tell the parents to use to deliver the blows?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The heel of the hand is used to deliver back slaps in infants to effectively dislodge a foreign body without causing injury.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching the child with scoliosis being treated with a Boston brace about exercises, the nurse explains that the exercises are performed primarily for which of the following purposes?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exercises for scoliosis in a Boston brace focus on strengthening back and abdominal muscles to support spinal alignment and improve posture.