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NCLEX RN Pediatric

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Question 1 of 5.

The mother of an 8-year-old with diabetes tells the nurse that she does not want the school to know about her daughter's condition. The nurse should reply:

A. I think that would be a good idea.'

B. What is it that concerns you about having the school know about your daughter's condition?'

C. It would be fine not to tell your daughter's friends, but the teacher must know.'

D. In order to keep your daughter safe, it is necessary for all adults in the school to know her condition.'

Explanation: Exploring concerns builds trust and allows the nurse to address fears while explaining the need for school awareness (e.g., for hypoglycemia management). Other responses dismiss or mandate without dialogue.

Question 2 of 5.

Which of the following is appropriate language development for an 8-month-old? The child should be:

A. Saying 'dada' and 'mama' specifically ('dada' to father and 'mama' to mother).

B. Saying three other words besides 'mama' and 'dada.'

C. Saying 'dada' and 'mama' nonspecifically.

D. Saying 'ball' when parents point to a ball.

Explanation: At 8 months, infants typically say 'dada' and 'mama' nonspecifically, as specific use develops closer to 12 months.

Question 3 of 5.

The nurse assesses a 6-month-old for vaccination readiness. Which finding would most likely indicate the need to delay administering the diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis (DTaP) vaccine?

A. A family history of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

B. A fever of 38.5Ã‚Â°C following the 4-month vaccinations.

C. An acute bilateral ear infection.

D. Living with a family member who is immunosuppressed.

Explanation: An acute infection is a contraindication for vaccination due to the risk of adverse reactions.

Question 4 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?

A. Vocalizing single syllables.

B. Standing alone.

C. Building a tower of two cubes.

D. Drinking from a cup with little spilling.

Explanation: Building a tower of two cubes is expected by 9 months; failure to do so suggests developmental delay.

Question 5 of 5.

When assessing a 2-year-old child brought by his mother to the clinic for a routine checkup, which of the following should the nurse expect the child to be able to do?

A. Ride a tricycle.

B. Tie his shoelaces.

C. Kick a ball forward.

D. Use blunt scissors.

Explanation: Kicking a ball forward is a gross motor skill expected at 2 years.