NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
When the infant returns to the unit after imperforate anus repair, the nurse should place the infant in which of the following positions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lying on the side with hips elevated minimizes pressure on the surgical site and promotes healing.
Question 2 of 5
Griseofulvin (Grisactin) was ordered to treat a child's ringworm of the scalp. The nurse instructs the parents to use the medication for several weeks for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term use of griseofulvin ensures eradication of the fungus by inhibiting its growth.
Question 3 of 5
A 5-year-old child with burns on the trunk and arms has no appetite. The nurse and mother develop a plan of care to stimulate the child's appetite. Which of the following suggestions made by the mother would indicate that she needs additional teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Withholding desserts can create negative associations with eating, reducing appetite. Feeding assistance, finger foods, and smaller meals are appropriate to encourage intake in a burn patient with high metabolic needs.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child with sickle cell disease during a routine clinic visit. Which finding requires immediate follow-up by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pallor of nail beds and mucous membranes indicates anemia or poor perfusion, a serious concern in sickle cell disease requiring immediate follow-up.
Question 5 of 5
When developing the preoperative plan of care for an infant with Hirschsprung's disease, which of the following should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A rectal tube may help relieve obstruction preoperatively in Hirschsprung's disease.