NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following should the nurse include in the postoperative care plan for a child after an appendectomy to promote recovery?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Early ambulation prevents complications like atelectasis and promotes recovery.
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent girl with a seizure disorder controlled with phenytoin (Dilantin) and carbamazepine (Tegretol) asks the nurse about getting married and having children. Which of the following responses by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Consulting a doctor about medication adjustments before pregnancy ensures safety for mother and fetus, addressing teratogenic risks.
Question 3 of 5
A mother states that she thinks her 9-month-old 'is developing slowly.' When assessing the infant's development, the nurse is also concerned because the infant should be demonstrating which of the following characteristics?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Building a tower of two cubes is expected by 9 months; failure to do so suggests developmental delay.
Question 4 of 5
A mother has heard that several children have been diagnosed with mononucleosis. She asks the nurse what ascendancy what precautions should be taken to prevent this from occurring in her child. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mononucleosis spreads through saliva, but routine hygiene is sufficient; no special precautions are needed.
Question 5 of 5
After teaching the mother of a 2-year-old child with lactose intolerance about which dairy products to include in the child's diet, which of the following if stated by the mother indicates effective teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hard cheeses (e.g., cheddar) are low in lactose and often tolerated. Ice cream, creamed soups, and pudding have high lactose content, causing symptoms.