NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of following should the nurse perform to help alleviate a child's joint pain associated with rheumatic fever?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A bed cradle reduces pressure from bed linens, alleviating joint pain in rheumatic fever. Other options may not effectively reduce pain or could cause discomfort.
Question 2 of 5
Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for an infant with failure to thrive?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A consistent feeding schedule addresses poor intake, promoting weight gain. IV fluids are for acute dehydration, developmental evaluation is secondary, and room temperature is less relevant.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a 3-year-old child with a fractured humerus. The child is crying and screaming, 'I hate you.' Which of the following would be most appropriate:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Such behavior is a normal stress response in a young child experiencing pain and fear in an emergency setting.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse use to determine achievement of the expected outcome for an infant with severe diarrhea and a nursing diagnosis of Deficient fluid volume related to passage of profuse amounts of watery diarrhea?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Moist mucous membranes indicate adequate hydration, the goal of treatment.
Question 5 of 5
When teaching the parents of an older infant with cystic fibrosis (CF) about the type of diet the child should consume, which of the following would be appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A high-calorie diet is appropriate for an infant with cystic fibrosis to meet increased energy needs due to malabsorption and chronic respiratory issues.