NCLEX Pediatric Questions

Extract:

Question 1 of 5

Which intervention is best to prevent complications associated with traction and immobility?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Frequent fluid intake prevents urinary stasis and constipation, common complications of immobility in traction, supporting hydration and kidney function.

Question 2 of 5

Thyrotoxicosis is pregnancy is treated with:

A. Partial thyroidectomy in first trimester. B. Radioiodine ablation of thyroid gland. C. With neomercazole. D. Surgery on thyroid gland in 3rd trimester. E. With iodine drops and β-blockers.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Neomercazole (carbimazole) is used to treat thyrotoxicosis in pregnancy as it controls thyroid hormone production safely. Radioiodine is contraindicated and surgery is avoided unless absolutely necessary.

Question 3 of 5

Which explanation by the nurse is most accurate?

A. Your child's condition, which involves a 35-degree curvature, may improve without treatment. B. Your child may develop problems with bladder control without treatment. C. Your child may develop problems with bowel control without treatment. D. Your child may develop breathing problems without treatment.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: A 35-degree scoliosis curvature is significant and, without treatment, may progress, potentially compressing the lungs and causing breathing difficulties.

Question 4 of 5

The first-time mother of the 2-hour-old full-term newborn worriedly tells the nurse,“Something black is coming out of my baby.” After determining that the newborn has passed stool which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

A. “Black stools could be from bleeding. I will notify your provider now.” B. “Breastfeeding will cause all the baby’s stools to be this dark in color.” C. “Babies normally pass this type of stool initially; it is called meconium.” D. “I’ll check the baby’s temperature; this occurs when babies need warming.”

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Meconium a greenish-black stool is normal within 24 hours after birth formed from amniotic fluid and intestinal secretions. It’s not related to bleeding breastfeeding or temperature.

Question 5 of 5

Which statement by the parents of a child with chickenpox indicates a need for further teaching?

A. We'll keep our child out of school until the lesions are crusted over. B. We'll apply calamine lotion to relieve itching. C. We'll give our child aspirin to reduce fever. D. We'll ensure our child gets plenty of rest.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Aspirin should be avoided in children with chickenpox due to the risk of Reye's syndrome, a serious condition linked to aspirin use in viral infections, indicating a need for further teaching.

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