KAPLAN NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
,Core Domains*
Growth and Development Milestones*
Pediatric Assessment Techniques*
Respiratory Disorders in Children*
Cardiovascular Congenital Defects*
Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Issues*
Endocrine Disorders Including Diabetes*
Neurologic Conditions and Seizures*
Pediatric Emergencies and Trauma*
Medication Administration and Dosage*
Family Education and Psychosocial Support*
Introduction*
,This assessment evaluates critical knowledge in pediatric nursing for the Kaplan Nursing Care of Children Exam. The exam is designed to measure a
nurse's ability to provide safe, effective care to infants, children, and adolescents across various clinical settings. It assesses skills including age-
appropriate assessment techniques, recognition of common pediatric disorders, emergency intervention, medication dosage calculation, and family-
centered care principles. The multiple-choice and scenario-based structure emphasizes real-world application, critical thinking, and clinical
decision-making. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in foundational theory, applied professional knowledge, regulatory compliance, ethics,
and professional standards essential for pediatric nursing practice.*
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child. Which developmental milestone should the nurse expect this child to demonstrate?
A. Tie shoelaces independently
B. Draw a person with seven parts
C. Stand on one foot for 2 seconds
D. Read simple words
🟢 C. Stand on one foot for 2 seconds
🔴 RATIONALE: At 4 years of age, children can typically stand on one foot for about 2 seconds. Tying shoelaces (A) and drawing a person with seven
parts (B) are skills of a 5–6 year old. Reading simple words (D) is also a later milestone.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing an infant and notices a bulge in the infant's abdomen when the child cries. What condition does this finding suggest?
A. Hirschsprung disease
B. Omphalocele
C. Hydrocele
D. Inguinal hernia
, 🟢 D. Inguinal hernia
🔴 RATIONALE: An inguinal hernia presents as a bulge in the abdomen or groin that becomes more prominent when the infant cries or strains.
Omphalocele (B) is a congenital defect with abdominal organs protruding through the umbilicus. Hydrocele (C) involves fluid in the scrotum.
Hirschsprung disease (A) causes intestinal obstruction.
Question 3
A 6-month-old infant is brought to the clinic for a routine checkup. Which vaccine should the nurse anticipate administering at this visit?
A. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
B. Hepatitis B
C. Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV)
D. Varicella
🟢 C. Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV)
🔴 RATIONALE: The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is given at 2, 4, and 6 months. MMR (A) and Varicella (D) are given at 12–15 months.
Hepatitis B (B) is given at birth, 1–2 months, and 6–18 months, but PCV is the primary vaccine at 6 months.
Question 4
A nurse is caring for a child with cystic fibrosis. Which intervention is most important for managing this condition?
A. Restrict sodium intake
B. Administer pancreatic enzyme supplements
C. Provide a low-fat diet
D. Encourage fluid restriction
🟢 B. Administer pancreatic enzyme supplements
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
,Core Domains*
Growth and Development Milestones*
Pediatric Assessment Techniques*
Respiratory Disorders in Children*
Cardiovascular Congenital Defects*
Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Issues*
Endocrine Disorders Including Diabetes*
Neurologic Conditions and Seizures*
Pediatric Emergencies and Trauma*
Medication Administration and Dosage*
Family Education and Psychosocial Support*
Introduction*
,This assessment evaluates critical knowledge in pediatric nursing for the Kaplan Nursing Care of Children Exam. The exam is designed to measure a
nurse's ability to provide safe, effective care to infants, children, and adolescents across various clinical settings. It assesses skills including age-
appropriate assessment techniques, recognition of common pediatric disorders, emergency intervention, medication dosage calculation, and family-
centered care principles. The multiple-choice and scenario-based structure emphasizes real-world application, critical thinking, and clinical
decision-making. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in foundational theory, applied professional knowledge, regulatory compliance, ethics,
and professional standards essential for pediatric nursing practice.*
SECTION ONE: QUESTIONS 1–100
Question 1
A nurse is caring for a 4-year-old child. Which developmental milestone should the nurse expect this child to demonstrate?
A. Tie shoelaces independently
B. Draw a person with seven parts
C. Stand on one foot for 2 seconds
D. Read simple words
🟢 C. Stand on one foot for 2 seconds
🔴 RATIONALE: At 4 years of age, children can typically stand on one foot for about 2 seconds. Tying shoelaces (A) and drawing a person with seven
parts (B) are skills of a 5–6 year old. Reading simple words (D) is also a later milestone.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing an infant and notices a bulge in the infant's abdomen when the child cries. What condition does this finding suggest?
A. Hirschsprung disease
B. Omphalocele
C. Hydrocele
D. Inguinal hernia
, 🟢 D. Inguinal hernia
🔴 RATIONALE: An inguinal hernia presents as a bulge in the abdomen or groin that becomes more prominent when the infant cries or strains.
Omphalocele (B) is a congenital defect with abdominal organs protruding through the umbilicus. Hydrocele (C) involves fluid in the scrotum.
Hirschsprung disease (A) causes intestinal obstruction.
Question 3
A 6-month-old infant is brought to the clinic for a routine checkup. Which vaccine should the nurse anticipate administering at this visit?
A. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
B. Hepatitis B
C. Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV)
D. Varicella
🟢 C. Pneumococcal conjugate (PCV)
🔴 RATIONALE: The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is given at 2, 4, and 6 months. MMR (A) and Varicella (D) are given at 12–15 months.
Hepatitis B (B) is given at birth, 1–2 months, and 6–18 months, but PCV is the primary vaccine at 6 months.
Question 4
A nurse is caring for a child with cystic fibrosis. Which intervention is most important for managing this condition?
A. Restrict sodium intake
B. Administer pancreatic enzyme supplements
C. Provide a low-fat diet
D. Encourage fluid restriction
🟢 B. Administer pancreatic enzyme supplements
