NSG 5442 EXAM 2 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-20… EXAM
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NSG 5442 Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Updated &
Verified
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
100 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 100 verified exam questions accompanied by correct answers,
providing a comprehensive resource for pediatric nursing practitioners. It focuses on
clinical scenarios relevant to pediatric care, ensuring that users have a solid understanding
of essential concepts. Ideal for study, review, and certification preparation, this resource
helps reinforce knowledge and boost confidence in clinical practice.
CONTENTS
Pediatric Assessments Q1–Q15
Immunization Guidance Q16–Q30
Mental Health and Behavior Q31–Q45
Nutrition and Weight Management Q46–Q60
Adolescent Health Issues Q61–Q74
Page 1
, Infectious Diseases Q75–Q88
Dental Health Q89–Q100
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 100
A 5-year-old child is hit in the face with a baseball bat and is brought to the clinic by a
parent. An exam reveals three avulsed front teeth. Radiologic studies are negative for facial
fractures. What is the recommended treatment?
A. Prescribe tetracycline 4.4 mg/kg twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
B. Refer the child to a dentist for reimplantation of the avulsed teeth.
C. Refer the child to a dentist immediately for further examination
D. Remove th.e teeth, place them in saline, and refer the child to a dentist.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Refer the child to a dentist immediately for further examination
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a 6-year-old
Child who attends first grade. The child reports “hating” school. The parent
states that the child pretends to be sick frequently in order to stay home from school. To
further assess this situation, the nurse practitioner will first ask the child
A. about school performance and grades.
B. why school is so distressing.
C. to name one or two friends.
D. whether bullying is taking place.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. to name one or two friends
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, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 100
During a well child exam of a school age child, the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
learns that the child has been having angry episodes at school. The nurse practitioner
observes the child to appear withdrawn and sad. Which action is appropriate?
A. Ask the child and the parent about stressors at home
B. Make a referral to a child behavioral specialist
C. Provide information about anger management
D. Suggest consideration of a different classroom
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Ask the child and the parent about stressors at home
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is preparing to conduct a well child
assessment of an 8-year-old child. How will the nurse practitioner begin the exam?
A. Ask the child about school, friends, home activities, and sports
B. Discuss the purpose of the visit and explain the procedures that will be performed
C. Offer age appropriate information about usual developmental tasks
D. Provide information about healthy nutrition and physical activities
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Ask the child about school, friends, home activities, and sports
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 100
During a well child exam on a 5-year-old child, the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
assesses the child for school readiness. Which finding may be a factor in limiting school
readiness for this child?
A. Adherence to daily family routines and regular activities
B. Having two older siblings who attend the same school
C. Parental concerns about bullying in the school
D. The child’s ability to recognize four different colors
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Parental concerns about bullying in the school
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, Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a school age
child who complains of frequent stomach pain and headaches. The parent reports that the
child misses several days of school each month. The child has a normal exam. Before
proceeding with further diagnostic tests, what will the nurse practitioner initially ask the
parent?
A. About the timing of the symptoms each day and during the week
B. How well the child performs in school and in extracurricular activities
C. If the parent feels a strong need to protect the child from problems
D. Whether there are any unusual stressors or circumstances at home
CORRECT ANSWER
A. About the timing of the symptoms each day and during the week
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is evaluating recurrent
stomach pain in a school age child. The child’s exam is normal. The nurse practitioner learns
that the child reports pain most evenings after school and refuses to participate in sports
but does not have nausea or vomiting. The child’s grandmother recently had gallbladder
surgery. Which action is correct?
A. Encourage the child to keep a log of pain, stool patterns, and dietary intake
B. Order radiologic studies and laboratory tests to rule out systemic causes
C. Reassure the child and encourage resuming sports when symptoms subside
D. Refer the child to a counselor to discuss anxiety about health problems
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Encourage the child to keep a log of pain, stool patterns, and dietary intake
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
NSG 5442 Exam 2
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Updated &
Verified
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
100 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 100 verified exam questions accompanied by correct answers,
providing a comprehensive resource for pediatric nursing practitioners. It focuses on
clinical scenarios relevant to pediatric care, ensuring that users have a solid understanding
of essential concepts. Ideal for study, review, and certification preparation, this resource
helps reinforce knowledge and boost confidence in clinical practice.
CONTENTS
Pediatric Assessments Q1–Q15
Immunization Guidance Q16–Q30
Mental Health and Behavior Q31–Q45
Nutrition and Weight Management Q46–Q60
Adolescent Health Issues Q61–Q74
Page 1
, Infectious Diseases Q75–Q88
Dental Health Q89–Q100
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 100
A 5-year-old child is hit in the face with a baseball bat and is brought to the clinic by a
parent. An exam reveals three avulsed front teeth. Radiologic studies are negative for facial
fractures. What is the recommended treatment?
A. Prescribe tetracycline 4.4 mg/kg twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
B. Refer the child to a dentist for reimplantation of the avulsed teeth.
C. Refer the child to a dentist immediately for further examination
D. Remove th.e teeth, place them in saline, and refer the child to a dentist.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Refer the child to a dentist immediately for further examination
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a 6-year-old
Child who attends first grade. The child reports “hating” school. The parent
states that the child pretends to be sick frequently in order to stay home from school. To
further assess this situation, the nurse practitioner will first ask the child
A. about school performance and grades.
B. why school is so distressing.
C. to name one or two friends.
D. whether bullying is taking place.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. to name one or two friends
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, Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 100
During a well child exam of a school age child, the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
learns that the child has been having angry episodes at school. The nurse practitioner
observes the child to appear withdrawn and sad. Which action is appropriate?
A. Ask the child and the parent about stressors at home
B. Make a referral to a child behavioral specialist
C. Provide information about anger management
D. Suggest consideration of a different classroom
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Ask the child and the parent about stressors at home
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is preparing to conduct a well child
assessment of an 8-year-old child. How will the nurse practitioner begin the exam?
A. Ask the child about school, friends, home activities, and sports
B. Discuss the purpose of the visit and explain the procedures that will be performed
C. Offer age appropriate information about usual developmental tasks
D. Provide information about healthy nutrition and physical activities
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Ask the child about school, friends, home activities, and sports
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 100
During a well child exam on a 5-year-old child, the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner
assesses the child for school readiness. Which finding may be a factor in limiting school
readiness for this child?
A. Adherence to daily family routines and regular activities
B. Having two older siblings who attend the same school
C. Parental concerns about bullying in the school
D. The child’s ability to recognize four different colors
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Parental concerns about bullying in the school
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, Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a school age
child who complains of frequent stomach pain and headaches. The parent reports that the
child misses several days of school each month. The child has a normal exam. Before
proceeding with further diagnostic tests, what will the nurse practitioner initially ask the
parent?
A. About the timing of the symptoms each day and during the week
B. How well the child performs in school and in extracurricular activities
C. If the parent feels a strong need to protect the child from problems
D. Whether there are any unusual stressors or circumstances at home
CORRECT ANSWER
A. About the timing of the symptoms each day and during the week
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 100
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is evaluating recurrent
stomach pain in a school age child. The child’s exam is normal. The nurse practitioner learns
that the child reports pain most evenings after school and refuses to participate in sports
but does not have nausea or vomiting. The child’s grandmother recently had gallbladder
surgery. Which action is correct?
A. Encourage the child to keep a log of pain, stool patterns, and dietary intake
B. Order radiologic studies and laboratory tests to rule out systemic causes
C. Reassure the child and encourage resuming sports when symptoms subside
D. Refer the child to a counselor to discuss anxiety about health problems
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Encourage the child to keep a log of pain, stool patterns, and dietary intake
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