NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The physician orders intravenous fluid replacement therapy with potassium chloride to be added for a child with severe gastroenteritis. Before adding the potassium chloride to the intravenous fluid, which of the following assessments would be most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ensuring the ability to void confirms renal function before administering potassium.
Question 2 of 5
A parent brings a 4-month-old to the clinic for a regular well visit and expresses concern that the infant is not developing appropriately. Which findings in the infant would indicate the need for further developmental screening?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Head lag at 4 months suggests delayed motor development, requiring further evaluation.
Question 3 of 5
When discussing the onset of adolescence with parents, the nurse explains that it occurs at which of the following times?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Girls typically enter puberty 1-2 years earlier than boys, around ages 10-12.
Question 4 of 5
After placing an infant with myelomeningocele in an isolette shortly after birth, which indicator should the nurse use as the best way to determine the effectiveness of this intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The isolette maintains a stable thermal environment. Monitoring axillary temperature ensures the infant is normothermic, indicating the isolette's effectiveness.
Question 5 of 5
After reading the vaccine information sheets, the parent of a 2-month-old infant is hesitant to consent to the recommended vaccinations. The nurse should first ask the parent:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Addressing the parent's specific concerns fosters trust and encourages informed decision-making.