NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Pediatric Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
While performing daily peritoneal dialysis and catheter exit site care with the mother of a child with chronic renal failure, which of the following would be an important step to emphasize to the mother?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Checking for signs of infection is crucial.
Question 2 of 5
During hospitalization, a 10-year-old child with acute poststreptococcal glomerulonephritis and oliguria asks for food from home. After teaching the mother and child about diet, the nurse determines that the teaching had been effective when the mother brings in which food?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low-sodium, low-protein options are best.
Question 3 of 5
The physician is able to reduce an infant's hernia and schedules the infant for a herniorrhaphy in 2 days. The mother asks the nurse why the surgery is not performed now. Which of the following responses indicates that the nurse understands the rationale for delaying the surgery?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Delaying surgery allows edema and inflammation to decrease, improving surgical outcomes.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following statements should the nurse use to describe to the parents why their child with leukemia is at risk for infections?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Immature white blood cells in leukemia cannot effectively fight infections, increasing risk. Other options are unrelated.
Question 5 of 5
To encourage autonomy in a 4-year-old, the nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Praising efforts fosters autonomy by encouraging independence.