NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following beverages should the nurse plan to give a child with leukemia to relieve nausea?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Weak tea is gentle and soothing, helping relieve nausea without irritation. Other options may worsen nausea.
Question 2 of 5
A child is to receive I.V. antibiotics for osteomyelitis. Before the initial dose of antibiotics can be given, the nurse confirms that a blood sample for which of the following tests has been drawn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A blood culture is essential before starting antibiotics to identify the causative organism in osteomyelitis.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing an 11-year-old female, using the Tanner Staging of Puberty. Which of the following indicates preadolescent development of the breasts?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This figure indicates elevation of the papilla, without breast buds, considered Stage 1 and typical of a preadolescent. Figure 1 shows stage 2, breast bud enlargement; there is elevation of the breast and the diameter of the areola has increased. Figure 2 shows stage 3, enlargement of the breast and areola. Figure 4 shows stage 4, in which there is projection of areola and papilla to form a secondary mound above the level of the breast
Question 4 of 5
Griseofulvin (Grisactin) was ordered to treat a child's ringworm of the scalp. The nurse instructs the parents to use the medication for several weeks for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Long-term use of griseofulvin ensures eradication of the fungus by inhibiting its growth.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following statements made by the mother of a school-age child who has had a craniotomy for a brain tumor would warrant further exploration by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Overprotectiveness may indicate anxiety or maladaptive coping, requiring further exploration to support the mother's emotional adjustment.