NCLEX Pediatric Drugs, Integumentary, Sensory
perception, NMNC 1110 EAQ 6 Questions with
Correct Answers
The parent of a child with hemophilia asks the nurse, "If my son hurts
himself, is it all right if I give him two baby aspirins?" What is the best
response by the nurse?
A. "You seem concerned about giving drugs to your child."
B. "It's all right to give him baby aspirin when he hurts himself."
C. "Aspirin may cause more bleeding. Give him acetaminophen
instead."
D. "He should be given acetaminophen every day. It'll prevent
bleeding." Correct Answer-
Methylphenidate has been prescribed for a 7-year-old child with
attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and is to be taken with
meals. What rationale does the nurse provide for the parents about the
timing of medication administration?
A. Ritalin depresses the appetite.
B.This will ensure proper absorption.
C. It is an oral mucous membrane irritant.
D. Children tend to forget to take it before meals. Correct Answer-A.
Ritalin depresses the appetite.
,A school nurse teaches a 13-year-old child with hay fever that the
prescribed phenylephrine nasal spray must be used exactly as directed.
What complication may occur if the nasal spray is used more frequently
or longer than recommended?
A. Tinnitus
B. Nasal polyps
C. Bleeding tendencies
D. Increased nasal congestion Correct Answer-D. Increased nasal
congestion
A 6-year-old child is experiencing tonic-clonic seizures, and
carbamazepine 15 mg/kg/day divided equally into two doses is
prescribed. The child weighs 44 lb (20 kg). The medication available is
carbamazepine suspension 100 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters should
the nurse administer in one dose? Record your answer using one decimal
place. ___ mL Correct Answer-7.5
A nurse is caring for a 3-month-old infant with severe diarrhea following
antibiotic therapy. After the effects of dehydration are stabilized, the
healthcare provider prescribes Lactobacillus granules. What explanation
does the nurse give to the infant's parents about the reason for giving
lactobacilli?
A. They diminish the inflammatory mucosal edema.
B. The discomfort caused by gastric hyperacidity is lessened.
C. They relieve the pain caused by gas in the gastrointestinal tract.
,D. The flora that inhabit a healthy gastrointestinal tract must be
recolonized. Correct Answer-D. The flora that inhabit a healthy
gastrointestinal tract must be recolonized.
An adolescent who has been prescribed prednisone and vincristine for
leukemia tells the nurse that he is very constipated. What should the
nurse cite as the probable cause of the constipation?
A. It is a side effect of the vincristine.
B. The spleen is compressing the bowel.
C. It is a toxic effect from the prednisone.
D. The leukemic mass is obstructing the bowel. Correct Answer-A. It is
a side effect of the vincristine.
According to the Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations,
what meningococcal conjugate vaccine dose should a nurse administer
to a 12-year-old with an HIV infection?
A. Single initial dose and a booster dose 3 years later
B. Single initial dose and a booster dose 5 years later
C. Single initial dose and a booster dose 7 years later
D. Two initial doses and a booster dose at 16 years old Correct Answer-
D. Two initial doses and a booster dose at 16 years old
Which adverse effect on pediatric clients is associated with nalidixic
acid?
, A. Kernicterus
B. Gray syndrome
C. Tendon rupture
D. Cartilage erosion Correct Answer-D. Cartilage erosion
A 5-month-old infant is admitted with a diagnosis of respiratory
syncytial virus (RSV) infection. The infant's condition suddenly
deteriorates, and a dose of epinephrine is prescribed to relieve
bronchospasm. For what side effect of the medication should the nurse
assess the infant?
A. Tachycardia
B. Hypotension
C. Respiratory arrest
D. Central nervous system depression Correct Answer-A. Tachycardia
Which anesthetic drug is commonly used for short procedures on
pediatric clients?
A. Fentanyl
B. Morphine
C. Meperidine
D. Hydromorphone Correct Answer-A. Fentanyl
perception, NMNC 1110 EAQ 6 Questions with
Correct Answers
The parent of a child with hemophilia asks the nurse, "If my son hurts
himself, is it all right if I give him two baby aspirins?" What is the best
response by the nurse?
A. "You seem concerned about giving drugs to your child."
B. "It's all right to give him baby aspirin when he hurts himself."
C. "Aspirin may cause more bleeding. Give him acetaminophen
instead."
D. "He should be given acetaminophen every day. It'll prevent
bleeding." Correct Answer-
Methylphenidate has been prescribed for a 7-year-old child with
attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and is to be taken with
meals. What rationale does the nurse provide for the parents about the
timing of medication administration?
A. Ritalin depresses the appetite.
B.This will ensure proper absorption.
C. It is an oral mucous membrane irritant.
D. Children tend to forget to take it before meals. Correct Answer-A.
Ritalin depresses the appetite.
,A school nurse teaches a 13-year-old child with hay fever that the
prescribed phenylephrine nasal spray must be used exactly as directed.
What complication may occur if the nasal spray is used more frequently
or longer than recommended?
A. Tinnitus
B. Nasal polyps
C. Bleeding tendencies
D. Increased nasal congestion Correct Answer-D. Increased nasal
congestion
A 6-year-old child is experiencing tonic-clonic seizures, and
carbamazepine 15 mg/kg/day divided equally into two doses is
prescribed. The child weighs 44 lb (20 kg). The medication available is
carbamazepine suspension 100 mg/5 mL. How many milliliters should
the nurse administer in one dose? Record your answer using one decimal
place. ___ mL Correct Answer-7.5
A nurse is caring for a 3-month-old infant with severe diarrhea following
antibiotic therapy. After the effects of dehydration are stabilized, the
healthcare provider prescribes Lactobacillus granules. What explanation
does the nurse give to the infant's parents about the reason for giving
lactobacilli?
A. They diminish the inflammatory mucosal edema.
B. The discomfort caused by gastric hyperacidity is lessened.
C. They relieve the pain caused by gas in the gastrointestinal tract.
,D. The flora that inhabit a healthy gastrointestinal tract must be
recolonized. Correct Answer-D. The flora that inhabit a healthy
gastrointestinal tract must be recolonized.
An adolescent who has been prescribed prednisone and vincristine for
leukemia tells the nurse that he is very constipated. What should the
nurse cite as the probable cause of the constipation?
A. It is a side effect of the vincristine.
B. The spleen is compressing the bowel.
C. It is a toxic effect from the prednisone.
D. The leukemic mass is obstructing the bowel. Correct Answer-A. It is
a side effect of the vincristine.
According to the Healthcare Personnel Vaccination Recommendations,
what meningococcal conjugate vaccine dose should a nurse administer
to a 12-year-old with an HIV infection?
A. Single initial dose and a booster dose 3 years later
B. Single initial dose and a booster dose 5 years later
C. Single initial dose and a booster dose 7 years later
D. Two initial doses and a booster dose at 16 years old Correct Answer-
D. Two initial doses and a booster dose at 16 years old
Which adverse effect on pediatric clients is associated with nalidixic
acid?
, A. Kernicterus
B. Gray syndrome
C. Tendon rupture
D. Cartilage erosion Correct Answer-D. Cartilage erosion
A 5-month-old infant is admitted with a diagnosis of respiratory
syncytial virus (RSV) infection. The infant's condition suddenly
deteriorates, and a dose of epinephrine is prescribed to relieve
bronchospasm. For what side effect of the medication should the nurse
assess the infant?
A. Tachycardia
B. Hypotension
C. Respiratory arrest
D. Central nervous system depression Correct Answer-A. Tachycardia
Which anesthetic drug is commonly used for short procedures on
pediatric clients?
A. Fentanyl
B. Morphine
C. Meperidine
D. Hydromorphone Correct Answer-A. Fentanyl
