NCLEX-PN
Pediatrics NCLEX Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing instruction is correct for the parents of a child who has a vitamin D deficiency?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cod liver oil is a rich source of vitamin D, essential for correcting vitamin D deficiency and supporting bone health.
Question 2 of 5
When assessing the infant undergoing phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia,the nurse notes a maculopapular rash over the infant’s buttocks and back. What action should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A transient maculopapular rash is a common benign side effect of phototherapy requiring only documentation. No further action is needed.
Question 3 of 5
After assisting in the delivery of a full-term infant with anencephaly,the parents ask the nurse to explain treatments that might be available for their infant. Which statement should be the basis for the nurse’s response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anencephaly lacking cerebral hemispheres and skull is incompatible with life warranting only palliative care. Surgery shunting or antibiotics cannot correct it.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the full-term newborn male who is 24 hours old and was circumcised with a Gomco clamp 30 minutes ago. Which interventions should the nurse plan for care of the newborn’s circumcision? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Monitor the penis for swelling/bleeding document first void to rule out obstruction and apply petroleum ointment to prevent bleeding. Commercial wipes may irritate and tight diapers cause pain.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following test is used in screening for Down's syndrome:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The triple screen (β-hCG AFP serum estriol) is used in the second trimester to screen for Down syndrome. Other tests are not relevant for this purpose.