NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatrics Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When assessing the development of a 15-month-old child with cerebral palsy, which of the following milestones should the nurse expect a toddler of this age to have achieved?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A 15-month-old typically can put a block in a cup, a milestone achievable even with motor challenges from cerebral palsy, unlike the other options which require more advanced skills.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the plan of care for a child with early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, which of the following nursing goals is the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintaining function of unaffected muscles is the priority to prolong mobility and independence in early Duchenne's muscular dystrophy.
Question 3 of 5
When developing the teaching plan for parents using the Pavlik harness with their child, what should be the nurse's initial step?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Determining the parents' knowledge about the Pavlik harness is the initial step to tailor teaching to their understanding and needs.
Question 4 of 5
What should the nurse include when developing the teaching plan for the parents of a child with juvenile idiopathic arthritis who is being treated with naproxen (Naprosyn)?
Correct Answer: C,D
Rationale: Parents should consult the nurse before giving other medications due to potential interactions, and missed doses should not be doubled to avoid toxicity.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child in Bryant's traction (see figure). The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent skin care is essential in Bryant's traction to prevent pressure ulcers due to prolonged immobility.