NCLEX-PN
Pediatrics NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment finding may indicate a serious neurovascular problem that should be reported immediately to the charge nurse or physician?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to wiggle toes suggests neurovascular compromise, such as nerve or vascular injury, requiring immediate reporting to prevent permanent damage.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding may indicate a serious neurovascular problem that should be reported immediately to the charge nurse or physician?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to wiggle toes suggests neurovascular compromise, such as nerve or vascular injury, requiring immediate reporting to prevent permanent damage.
Question 3 of 5
For the teenager recovering from an appendectomy, which nursing measure is most appropriate to prevent respiratory complications during the postoperative period?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using an incentive spirometer encourages deep breathing, preventing atelectasis and pneumonia, common respiratory complications post-surgery due to immobility and anesthesia.
Question 4 of 5
A child is prescribed 10 mg/kg of a medication, and the child weighs 15 kg. The medication is available as 50 mg/mL. How many milliliters should the nurse administer?
Correct Answer: 3 mL
Rationale: Calculation: 15 kg × 10 mg/kg = 150 mg. Volume = 150 mg ÷ 50 mg/mL = 3 mL. Since no options are provided, the calculated volume is noted for accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching an adolescent male client about testicular self-examination, which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Performing testicular self-examination after a warm bath or shower relaxes the scrotum, making it easier to detect abnormalities, a key instruction for effective screening.