NCLEX Practice Exam: Pediatric Nursing

Which of the following would be inappropriate when administering chemotherapy to a child? a.Monitoring the child for both general and specific adverse effects b.Observing the child for 10 minutes to note for signs of anaphylaxis c.Administering medication through a free-flowing intravenous line d.Assessing for signs of

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NCLEX Sample Questions Pediatric Nursing Part 2 Answers and Rationale

View Questions Answer C. In a 6-year-old child, a precarious sense of self causes overreaction to criticism and a sense of inferiority. By age 6, most children no longer depend on the parents for daily tasks and love the routine of a

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NCLEX Sample Questions Pediatric Nursing Part 2

1.    The parents of a child, age 5, who will begin school in the fall ask the nurse for anticipatory guidance. The nurse should explain that a child of this age: a.    Still depends on the parents b.    Rebels against scheduled activities

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NCLEX Sample Questions Pediatric Nursing Part 1 Answers and Rationale

View Questions Answer C. A recent episode of pharyngitis is the most important factor in establishing the diagnosis of rheumatic fever. Although the child may have a history of fever or vomiting or lack interest in food, these findings are not specific

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NCLEX Sample Questions Pediatric Nursing Part 1

1.    Andrea with suspected rheumatic fever is admitted to the pediatric unit. When obtaining the child’s history, the nurse considers which information to be most important? a.    A fever that started 3 days ago b.    Lack of interest in food c.    A

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NCLEX Practice Exam: Pediatric Nursing Answers and Rationale

View Questions 1. B. When administering chemotherapy, the nurse should observe for an anaphylactic reaction for 20 minutes and stop the medication if one is suspected. Chemotherapy is associated with both general and specific adverse effects, therefore close monitoring for them is

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