, NCLEX-RN Practice Questions & Answers
Correct answers shown in green and underlined
Pediatrics & Growth Development
Question 1
In planning care for a 6 month-old infant, what must the nurse provide to assist in the
development of trust?
A. Food
B. Warmth
C. Security
D. Comfort
Question 2
A nurse has just received a medication order which is not legible. Which statement best reflects
assertive communication?
A. 'I cannot give this medication as it is written. I have no idea of what you mean.'
B. 'Would you please clarify what you have written so I am sure I am reading it correctly?'
C. 'I am having difficulty reading your handwriting. It would save me time if you would be more careful.'
D. 'Please print in the future so I do not have to spend extra time attempting to read your writing.'
Question 3
What is the most important consideration when teaching parents how to reduce risks in the
home?
A. Age and knowledge level of the parents
B. Proximity to emergency services
C. Number of children in the home
D. Age of children in the home
Question 4
A 35 year-old client with sickle cell crisis is talking on the telephone but stops as the nurse
enters the room to request something for pain. The nurse should:
A. Administer a placebo
B. Encourage increased fluid intake
C. Administer the prescribed analgesia
Correct answers shown in green and underlined
Pediatrics & Growth Development
Question 1
In planning care for a 6 month-old infant, what must the nurse provide to assist in the
development of trust?
A. Food
B. Warmth
C. Security
D. Comfort
Question 2
A nurse has just received a medication order which is not legible. Which statement best reflects
assertive communication?
A. 'I cannot give this medication as it is written. I have no idea of what you mean.'
B. 'Would you please clarify what you have written so I am sure I am reading it correctly?'
C. 'I am having difficulty reading your handwriting. It would save me time if you would be more careful.'
D. 'Please print in the future so I do not have to spend extra time attempting to read your writing.'
Question 3
What is the most important consideration when teaching parents how to reduce risks in the
home?
A. Age and knowledge level of the parents
B. Proximity to emergency services
C. Number of children in the home
D. Age of children in the home
Question 4
A 35 year-old client with sickle cell crisis is talking on the telephone but stops as the nurse
enters the room to request something for pain. The nurse should:
A. Administer a placebo
B. Encourage increased fluid intake
C. Administer the prescribed analgesia
