NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When explaining to the parents of a child with a hydrocele about the possible cause of the condition, the nurse bases this explanation on the interpretation that a hydrocele is most likely the result of which condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Patent processus vaginalis leads to fluid collection.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the teaching plan about illness for the mother of a preschooler, which of the following should the nurse include about how a preschooler perceives illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Preschoolers often view illness as punishment for bad behavior due to magical thinking.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child with leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy. Which finding indicates a potential complication requiring immediate action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A fever of 100.4°F in a child on chemotherapy suggests possible infection, a life-threatening complication due to immunosuppression, requiring immediate action.
Question 4 of 5
During the initial assessment of a child admitted to the pediatric unit with osteomyelitis of the left tibia, when assessing the area over the tibia, which is a new needed finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased warmth is a key sign of osteomyelitis, indicating inflammation and possible infection in the affected bone.
Question 5 of 5
When explaining to the parents of a child with a hydrocele about the possible cause of the condition, the nurse bases this explanation on the interpretation that a hydrocele is most likely the result of which condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Patent processus vaginalis leads to fluid collection.