NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Vaginal examination is contraindicated in pregnancy in which situation:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Placenta previa contraindicates vaginal examination due to the risk of provoking severe hemorrhage. Other conditions may require caution but are not absolute contraindications.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse admits the term newborn,who is at risk to develop neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) to the newborn nursery. The nurse correctly places this infant in which location?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Newborns with NAS require a low-stimulus environment due to withdrawal behaviors. A small darkened room alone minimizes noise and light stimulation.
Question 3 of 5
Which statement by the client indicates a need for additional teaching about genital herpes?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Genital herpes is not associated with a need for yearly PSA tests in males, indicating a misconception. Regular Pap tests may be recommended for females due to increased cervical cancer risk with certain STIs, but the PSA statement is incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
Which dietary recommendation should the nurse provide to the parents of a child with iron deficiency anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Red meat and leafy greens are rich in iron, which is essential for correcting iron deficiency anemia by boosting hemoglobin production.
Question 5 of 5
If the nurse documents all the following data, which finding should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Absent bowel sounds may indicate peritonitis or bowel obstruction, serious complications of appendicitis requiring immediate reporting to prevent further deterioration.