NCLEX-PN
Pediatric NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When preparing the adolescent for the examination, the nurse correctly explains that a specimen should be collected and sent to the laboratory. Which specimen should the nurse collect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A vaginal smear is appropriate for diagnosing gonorrhea in females, allowing culture or nucleic acid testing of cervical or vaginal secretions to detect Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Question 2 of 5
Because the burned child is confined to bed, the nurse assesses for footdrop. Which nursing action best prevents the development of footdrop?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Resting the child's feet against a footboard maintains the feet in a neutral position, preventing plantar flexion and footdrop during prolonged bed rest.
Question 3 of 5
Organogenesis is complete at:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Organogenesis the process of organ formation occurs during the embryonic period primarily between weeks 3 to 8 after ovulation (or 5 to 10 weeks gestational age). By 8 weeks post-ovulation major organ systems are formed making this the correct answer. Earlier or later weeks do not align with this developmental milestone.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the infant in the neonatal ICU who has an umbilical artery catheter (UAC) in place. To monitor for and prevent complications with this catheter,which actions should be planned by the nurse? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale: Check catheter position abdominal wall pulses every 2–4 hours and glucose levels to monitor for displacement bleeding perfusion issues or hypoglycemia. Keep tubing away from limbs and avoid frequent repositioning to reduce infection risk.
Question 5 of 5
Which response by the nurse best explains why aspirin is preferred to acetaminophen (Tylenol) in the treatment of rheumatic fever?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aspirin is preferred in rheumatic fever due to its anti-inflammatory properties, which relieve joint inflammation and pain associated with polyarthritis. Acetaminophen lacks significant anti-inflammatory effects, making aspirin more effective.