NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would alert the nurse to suspect that a child with severe gastroenteritis who has been receiving intravenous therapy for the past several hours may be developing circulatory overload?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Moist crackles indicate fluid in the lungs, a sign of circulatory overload.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse determines that interventions for decreasing fluid retention have been effective when the child with nephrotic syndrome demonstrates evidence of which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Decreased girth indicates reduced edema.
Question 3 of 5
A 14-year-old is being screened for scoliosis. Which of the following statements about scoliosis screening is true?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing the girl standing and bending forward is the standard method to detect spinal asymmetry during scoliosis screening.
Question 4 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 5 of 5
An overweight adolescent has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. To increase the client's self-efficacy to manage their disease, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Peer role modeling enhances self-efficacy by providing relatable examples of successful disease management. Plans, junk food elimination, and weigh-ins are less empowering without peer support.