NCLEX-PN
Maternal Newborn NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following children would most likely be diagnosed with pituitary dwarfism?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Delayed puberty, such as a 15-year-old girl not menstruating, is suggestive of pituitary dwarfism due to growth hormone deficiency.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 8-month-old infant who has had diarrhea for two days. Which is the most useful in assessing the degree of dehydration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Daily weight is the most accurate measure of dehydration, reflecting fluid loss in infants.
Question 3 of 5
A 10-year-old girl is being treated for rheumatic fever. Which would be an appropriate activity while she is on bed rest?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stringing large beads is a calm, creative activity suitable for a 10-year-old on bed rest, avoiding physical exertion.
Question 4 of 5
A woman, at 32 weeks gestation, delivers a 3-lb, 8-oz baby boy two hours after arriving at the hospital. What is the baby at risk for because of his gestational age?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Preterm infants at 32 weeks are at risk for hypothermia and respiratory distress due to immature thermoregulation and lung development.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the mother of a newborn who has a cleft lip and palate to feed the infant. Which would be least appropriate to include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Placing the syringe tip at the front of the mouth is inappropriate; it should be directed toward the side to avoid the cleft and ensure safe feeding.