RN NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN NGN ONLINE PRACTICE 2025-2026
FORM A & B EACH FORM CONTAINS EACH 70 NGN QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
|ALREADY GRADED A+
Overview
Designed to mirror the structure, difficulty, and case-based reasoning of the actual NGN
exam, this dual-form study set covers all key areas of pediatric nursing care, including growth
and development, health promotion, pediatric disorders, pharmacology, family-centered
care, and emergency management. Each question provides detailed rationales that strengthen
understanding and critical thinking, helping learners build the confidence needed for real-world
pediatric clinical practice and NCLEX success.
Key Features
✅ Two Complete NGN Practice Forms (A & B)
✅ 70 Verified NGN-Style Questions per Form with Detailed Rationales
✅ Aligned with 2025–2026 NCLEX and Pediatric Nursing Standards
✅ Covers All Pediatric Nursing Concepts and Clinical Scenarios
✅ A+ Graded for Accuracy, Depth, and Relevance
Purpose
• To prepare nursing students for NGN-style pediatric nursing questions
• To reinforce clinical reasoning, prioritization, and decision-making skills
• To enhance readiness for the NCLEX-RN and pediatric-focused exams
Recommended For
• RN students preparing for the Nursing Care of Children NGN practice exams
• Nursing programs and educators offering pediatric and NGN preparation courses
• Learners seeking to strengthen pediatric clinical judgment and critical thinking
, Your Complete Pediatric NGN Practice Resource
With two full NGN practice exams (Forms A & B), each containing 70 verified questions
and detailed explanations, the RN Nursing Care of Children NGN Online Practice 2025–
2026 Study Guide is your most reliable and up-to-date tool for mastering pediatric nursing
concepts and excelling on the Next Generation NCLEX.
FORMA
A school nurse is assessing an adolescent who has multiple burns in various stages of healing. Which of
the following behaviors should the nurse identify as a possible indication of physical abuse?
A. Expresses a reluctance to leave home
B. Provides a detailed description of how the burns occurred
C. Denies discomfort during assessment of injuries
D. Describes strong relationships with peers - ANSWER-C. Denies discomfort during assessment of
injuries
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is experiencing acute diarrhea and has moderate dehydration. Which
of the following nutritional items should the nurse offer to the toddler?
A. Apple juice
B. Peanut butter
C. Chicken broth
D. Oral rehydration solution - ANSWER-D. Oral rehydration solution
A nurse is providing teaching about play activities for social development to the parents of a
preschooler. Which of the following play activities should the nurse recommend for the child?
A. Playing pat-a-cake B. Using a push-pull toy
C. Creating a scrapbook
D. Playing dress-up - ANSWER-D. Playing dress-up
FORM B
,A nurse is planning care for a newly admitted schole-age child who has generalized seizure disorder.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include? - ANSWER-Ensure the oxygen
source is functioning in the childs room
the nurse should recognize that maintaining the childs airway is important during a seizure. the nurse
should ensure the oxygen source is functioning bc the child might require supplemental oxygen
following a seizure
A nurse is providing dietary teaching to the guardian of a school-age child who has cystic fibrosis. Which
of the following statements should the nurse make? - ANSWER-"You should offer your child
highprotein meals and snacks throughout the day."
children who have cf require a higher percentage of the recommended dietary allowances of all
nutrients to meet their energy requirements. children who have good nutritional intake have improved
lung function and decrease risk of infection
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a 6-month-old infant who is postoperative
following hypospadias repair with a stent placement. Which of the following instructions should the
nurse include in the teaching? - ANSWER-"Allow the stent to drain into your infants diaper." this
is to prevent kinking or twisting that can interfere with urine flow
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has primary nephrotic syndrome and is taking prednisone.
Following 1 week of treatment, which of the following manifestations indicates to the nurse that the
medication is effective? - ANSWER-Decreased edema
a child who has nephrotic syndrome can experience edema d/t the increase glomerular permeability,
which increases protein loss. prednisone decreases glomerular permeability, which causes fluid to shift
from the extracellular spaces, resulting in decreased edema
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for four children. Which of the following children should the
nurse assess first? - ANSWER-A toddler who has a concussion and an episode of forceful vomiting.
when using urgent vs. nonurgent approach to pt care, the nurse should assess this child first. an episode
of forceful vomiting is an indication of increased ICP in a toddler who has a concussion
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardians of a toddler who had lower leg cast applied 24
hr ago. The nurse should instruct the guardians to report which of the following finding to the provider?
- ANSWER-Restricted ability to move the toes.
, this is an indication of neurovascular compromise and requires immediate notification of the provider.
permanent muscle and tissue damage can occur in just a few hours
A nurse in an emergency department is auscultating the lungs of an adolescent who is experiencing
dyspnea. The nurse should identify the sound as which of the following? - ANSWER-Wheezes
wheezes are high-pitched, musical or whistling-like sounds heard primarily on expiration as air passes
through and vibrate narrowed airways
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who has congestive heart failure. The nurse observes wide QRS
complexes and peaked T waves on the cardiac monitor. Which of the following prescriptions should the
nurse clarify with the provider? - ANSWER-Potassium Chloride
the nurse should identify that a child who has a chf can develop e imbalances such as hyper
hypokalemia. the nurse should identify that the child is exhibiting manifestations of hyperkalemia and
contact the MD about the admin of this which can increase the severity of hyperkalemia
A nurse is planning an educational program for school-age children and their parents about bicycle
safety. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include? - ANSWER-The child
should be able to stand on the balls of their feet when sitting on the bike.
to decrease the risk of injury, parents should ensure that the bike is the correct size for the child. when
seated on the bike, the child should be able to stand with the ball of each foot touching the ground and
should be able to stand with each foot flat on the ground when straddling the bikes center
A nurse is monitoring the oxygen saturation level of an infant using pulse oximetry. The nurse should
secure the sensor to which of the following areas on the infant? - ANSWER-Great Toe
the nurse should secure the sensor to the great toe of the infant and then place a snug-fitting sock on
the foot to hold the sensor in place. the nurse should also check the skin under the sensor site
frequently for temp, color, and the presence of a pulse
A nurse is an emergency department is caring for a school-age child who has epiglottitis. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take? - ANSWER-Monitor the childs oxygen saturation
b/c the child is experiencing acute resp distress and it is necessary to determine if the child is responding
to tx
FORM A & B EACH FORM CONTAINS EACH 70 NGN QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
|ALREADY GRADED A+
Overview
Designed to mirror the structure, difficulty, and case-based reasoning of the actual NGN
exam, this dual-form study set covers all key areas of pediatric nursing care, including growth
and development, health promotion, pediatric disorders, pharmacology, family-centered
care, and emergency management. Each question provides detailed rationales that strengthen
understanding and critical thinking, helping learners build the confidence needed for real-world
pediatric clinical practice and NCLEX success.
Key Features
✅ Two Complete NGN Practice Forms (A & B)
✅ 70 Verified NGN-Style Questions per Form with Detailed Rationales
✅ Aligned with 2025–2026 NCLEX and Pediatric Nursing Standards
✅ Covers All Pediatric Nursing Concepts and Clinical Scenarios
✅ A+ Graded for Accuracy, Depth, and Relevance
Purpose
• To prepare nursing students for NGN-style pediatric nursing questions
• To reinforce clinical reasoning, prioritization, and decision-making skills
• To enhance readiness for the NCLEX-RN and pediatric-focused exams
Recommended For
• RN students preparing for the Nursing Care of Children NGN practice exams
• Nursing programs and educators offering pediatric and NGN preparation courses
• Learners seeking to strengthen pediatric clinical judgment and critical thinking
, Your Complete Pediatric NGN Practice Resource
With two full NGN practice exams (Forms A & B), each containing 70 verified questions
and detailed explanations, the RN Nursing Care of Children NGN Online Practice 2025–
2026 Study Guide is your most reliable and up-to-date tool for mastering pediatric nursing
concepts and excelling on the Next Generation NCLEX.
FORMA
A school nurse is assessing an adolescent who has multiple burns in various stages of healing. Which of
the following behaviors should the nurse identify as a possible indication of physical abuse?
A. Expresses a reluctance to leave home
B. Provides a detailed description of how the burns occurred
C. Denies discomfort during assessment of injuries
D. Describes strong relationships with peers - ANSWER-C. Denies discomfort during assessment of
injuries
A nurse is caring for a toddler who is experiencing acute diarrhea and has moderate dehydration. Which
of the following nutritional items should the nurse offer to the toddler?
A. Apple juice
B. Peanut butter
C. Chicken broth
D. Oral rehydration solution - ANSWER-D. Oral rehydration solution
A nurse is providing teaching about play activities for social development to the parents of a
preschooler. Which of the following play activities should the nurse recommend for the child?
A. Playing pat-a-cake B. Using a push-pull toy
C. Creating a scrapbook
D. Playing dress-up - ANSWER-D. Playing dress-up
FORM B
,A nurse is planning care for a newly admitted schole-age child who has generalized seizure disorder.
Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include? - ANSWER-Ensure the oxygen
source is functioning in the childs room
the nurse should recognize that maintaining the childs airway is important during a seizure. the nurse
should ensure the oxygen source is functioning bc the child might require supplemental oxygen
following a seizure
A nurse is providing dietary teaching to the guardian of a school-age child who has cystic fibrosis. Which
of the following statements should the nurse make? - ANSWER-"You should offer your child
highprotein meals and snacks throughout the day."
children who have cf require a higher percentage of the recommended dietary allowances of all
nutrients to meet their energy requirements. children who have good nutritional intake have improved
lung function and decrease risk of infection
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the parents of a 6-month-old infant who is postoperative
following hypospadias repair with a stent placement. Which of the following instructions should the
nurse include in the teaching? - ANSWER-"Allow the stent to drain into your infants diaper." this
is to prevent kinking or twisting that can interfere with urine flow
A nurse is caring for a school-age child who has primary nephrotic syndrome and is taking prednisone.
Following 1 week of treatment, which of the following manifestations indicates to the nurse that the
medication is effective? - ANSWER-Decreased edema
a child who has nephrotic syndrome can experience edema d/t the increase glomerular permeability,
which increases protein loss. prednisone decreases glomerular permeability, which causes fluid to shift
from the extracellular spaces, resulting in decreased edema
A nurse is receiving change-of-shift report for four children. Which of the following children should the
nurse assess first? - ANSWER-A toddler who has a concussion and an episode of forceful vomiting.
when using urgent vs. nonurgent approach to pt care, the nurse should assess this child first. an episode
of forceful vomiting is an indication of increased ICP in a toddler who has a concussion
A nurse is providing discharge teaching to the guardians of a toddler who had lower leg cast applied 24
hr ago. The nurse should instruct the guardians to report which of the following finding to the provider?
- ANSWER-Restricted ability to move the toes.
, this is an indication of neurovascular compromise and requires immediate notification of the provider.
permanent muscle and tissue damage can occur in just a few hours
A nurse in an emergency department is auscultating the lungs of an adolescent who is experiencing
dyspnea. The nurse should identify the sound as which of the following? - ANSWER-Wheezes
wheezes are high-pitched, musical or whistling-like sounds heard primarily on expiration as air passes
through and vibrate narrowed airways
A nurse is caring for a preschooler who has congestive heart failure. The nurse observes wide QRS
complexes and peaked T waves on the cardiac monitor. Which of the following prescriptions should the
nurse clarify with the provider? - ANSWER-Potassium Chloride
the nurse should identify that a child who has a chf can develop e imbalances such as hyper
hypokalemia. the nurse should identify that the child is exhibiting manifestations of hyperkalemia and
contact the MD about the admin of this which can increase the severity of hyperkalemia
A nurse is planning an educational program for school-age children and their parents about bicycle
safety. Which of the following information should the nurse plan to include? - ANSWER-The child
should be able to stand on the balls of their feet when sitting on the bike.
to decrease the risk of injury, parents should ensure that the bike is the correct size for the child. when
seated on the bike, the child should be able to stand with the ball of each foot touching the ground and
should be able to stand with each foot flat on the ground when straddling the bikes center
A nurse is monitoring the oxygen saturation level of an infant using pulse oximetry. The nurse should
secure the sensor to which of the following areas on the infant? - ANSWER-Great Toe
the nurse should secure the sensor to the great toe of the infant and then place a snug-fitting sock on
the foot to hold the sensor in place. the nurse should also check the skin under the sensor site
frequently for temp, color, and the presence of a pulse
A nurse is an emergency department is caring for a school-age child who has epiglottitis. Which of the
following actions should the nurse take? - ANSWER-Monitor the childs oxygen saturation
b/c the child is experiencing acute resp distress and it is necessary to determine if the child is responding
to tx
