NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Maternal Newborn Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which toys would be best for a 5-month-old infant who has infantile eczema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Soft, washable toys are best for a 5-month-old with eczema to avoid skin irritation from rough or non-washable materials, and puzzles or cars are not age-appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a child who has Duchenne's muscular dystrophy. What understanding is correct about the progress of the disease?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Duchenne's is X-linked, so brothers should be evaluated for carrier status or disease.
Question 3 of 5
The mother of a 2-year-old child asks the nurse how to cope with the child's frequent temper tantrums when he does not get what he wants immediately. What information should the nurse include when responding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ignoring tantrums, while ensuring safety, prevents reinforcement of the behavior, helping the child learn self-regulation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse at a summer camp for diabetics is assisting a 15-year-old girl with adjusting her daily insulin dosage. Which factor will have the greatest impact on insulin needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased physical activity significantly lowers blood glucose, requiring insulin dose adjustments.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year-old child is terminally ill. Considering the child's age, which statement would you most expect the child to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An 8-year-old is likely to fear pain associated with death, making this statement developmentally appropriate.