NCLEX-PN
Pediatric Mental Health NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which assessment findings are most characteristic of a 10-month-old infant with the diagnosis of failure to thrive?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Delayed milestones, pallor, lethargy, and speech delays are hallmark signs of failure to thrive.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following risk factors would the nurse expect to note when assessing the mother?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Unplanned pregnancy, adolescent motherhood, low socioeconomic status, and substance abuse are risk factors for failure to thrive.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment finding is most indicative that the child is developmentally delayed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of language skills at age 2 is a significant indicator of developmental delay.
Question 4 of 5
Which test should the nurse use to more objectively assess the toddler's overall development?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Denver II is designed to screen developmental milestones in young children.
Question 5 of 5
If the mother asks the nurse how to appropriately discipline a child of this age, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Immediate disapproval helps toddlers associate behavior with consequences.