Pediatrics NCLEX Practice Questions
299 questions
A child with aortic stenosis is scheduled for balloon valvuloplasty. The nurse should monitor the child for which complication during…A child is diagnosed with absence seizures. Which of the following clinical manifestations is characteristic of absence seizures?A child with myelomeningocele is scheduled for surgical repair. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement preoperatively?A 2-year-old child is diagnosed with atrial septal defect (ASD). Which assessment finding would be most concerning to the nurse?A child is allergic to eggs. Which vaccine should the nurse be cautious about administering?Which of the following is a common symptom of meningitis in infants?A child with cerebral palsy presents with increased muscle tone and exaggerated deep tendon reflexes. Which type of cerebral palsy…Following cardiac surgery, a nurse would monitor the child for which potential complication?A 6-year-old child is unable to skip. Which developmental milestone should the nurse anticipate this child has not yet achieved?A 6-year-old child is diagnosed with rheumatic fever. Which assessment finding indicates the need for further intervention?A child presents with periorbital edema, foamy urine, and hypertension. What condition is most likely?A parent asks the nurse why the influenza vaccine is recommended annually. What is the nurse's best response?A nurse is conducting a developmental assessment on a 2-year-old child. Which action by the child would indicate the achievement…A parent expresses concern about the safety of vaccines. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?When assessing a child's immunization record, the nurse should document:A nurse is teaching parents about risk factors for infective endocarditis. Which condition does the nurse identify as a high…A nurse is preparing to administer the rotavirus vaccine to an infant. Which route of administration is CORRECT for this…A child is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Which of the following statements about this condition is true?Which milestone should a nurse expect to observe in a 6-month-old infant during a well-child visit?Which of the following is a common complication of untreated streptococcal pharyngitis in children?A toddler is brought to the clinic for a fever of 102°F (38.9°C) and a maculopapular rash. The nurse suspects…At what age should a child typically be able to draw a circle and a cross?A school-aged child is diagnosed with pericarditis. Which symptom is characteristic of this condition?When administering a vaccine to an infant, the nurse should:A 15-month-old child is unable to walk independently. Which developmental milestone should the nurse anticipate this child has not yet…Which of the following is a common symptom of croup in children?Which of the following statements regarding childhood asthma management is true?Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated phenylketonuria (PKU) in infants?The parents of a child with spina bifida ask the nurse about preventing complications. The nurse should emphasize the importance…A child is diagnosed with Tourette syndrome. Which of the following is a common pharmacological treatment for managing tics associated…A parent expresses concern about the safety of giving their child multiple vaccines at one visit. What is the nurse's…Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Guillain-Barré syndrome in children?A parent calls the clinic because their 4-month-old infant has been sleeping for more than 4 hours straight. What is…What is the primary cause of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection in infants?At what age do most children start to point to objects of interest?What is a common symptom of left-sided heart failure in pediatric patients?At what age should a child typically be able to catch a ball with both hands?A 9-month-old infant is unable to respond to their name being called. Which developmental milestone should the nurse anticipate this…At what age should a child typically be able to use scissors to cut paper?Which of the following is a characteristic finding in children with Down syndrome?A child is diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS). Which of the following interventions is the priority in the care of…A child with suspected rheumatic fever is admitted to the hospital. Which laboratory result is consistent with this diagnosis?A child presents with fever, pharyngitis, and "strawberry tongue." What condition is most likely?A 10-year-old child is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of meningococcal meningitis. Which of the following precautions should…A 4-year-old child is brought to the emergency department with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which diagnostic test is most appropriate…Which of the following is a common symptom of allergic rhinitis in children?What is a common symptom of Guillain-Barré syndrome in children?A 15-month-old child is unable to use a fork to eat. Which developmental milestone should the nurse anticipate this child…A child presents with fever, headache, nuchal rigidity, and a petechial rash. What condition is most likely?A nurse is assessing a 4-year-old child's fine motor skills. Which activity would indicate appropriate development for this age?