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Pediatric Nursing Flashcards
NCLEX RN Flashcards
Study our Pediatric Nursing flashcards for the NCLEX RN exam with 25+ flashcards. View as flashcards, a searchable table, or as a fun matching game.
| Front | Back |
| At what age do children typically begin to walk independently? | 12 to 15 months |
| How can nurses assess pain levels in children under 5 years old? | Use the FLACC scale or visual analog tools |
| How does scoliosis typically present in adolescents? | Uneven shoulders or hips back pain |
| How should nurses support families of children with chronic illnesses? | Provide education emotional support and involve them in care decisions |
| What age group is most at risk for iron-deficiency anemia? | Toddlers aged 1 to 3 years |
| What are common signs of asthma in children? | Wheezing shortness of breath chest tightness |
| What are common signs of dehydration in infants? | Sunken fontanelles dry mucous membranes lethargy |
| What are early signs of developmental delays in infants? | Poor eye contact lack of smiling by 3 months inability to hold objects |
| What are fine motor skills milestones for a 3-year-old? | Can stack blocks and begin to draw circles |
| What are gross motor milestones for a 6-month-old baby? | Can sit with support and roll both ways |
| What are the stages of Piaget’s cognitive development relevant to preschoolers? | Preoperational stage |
| What are the symptoms of bronchiolitis in infants? | Wheezing coughing and difficulty breathing |
| What dietary intervention is essential for children with celiac disease? | Strict gluten-free diet |
| What is a common nursing intervention for febrile seizures? | Ensuring safety and lowering fever promptly |
| What is a key principle of family-centered care? | Involving family in care planning and decision making |
| What is the average age for toilet training readiness? | Between 18 months and 3 years |
| What is the developmental milestone for language in a 2-year-old? | Starts using two-word sentences |
| What is the hallmark symptom of Kawasaki disease? | Prolonged high fever unresponsive to medication |
| What is the normal respiratory rate for a toddler? | 20-30 breaths per minute |
| What is the purpose of the Denver Developmental Screening Test? | Assessing developmental delays in children up to 6 years |
| What is the recommended immunization starting age for Hepatitis B? | At birth |
| What is the typical presentation of hand-foot-and-mouth disease? | Fever sores in the mouth and rash on hands and feet |
| What nutritional advice is given for introducing solid foods to infants? | Begin with iron-rich foods around 6 months |
| What strategies can help with medication administration in children? | Use flavored syrups let the child hold the syringe or offer choices |
| Why is tummy time important for infants? | Promotes neck and shoulder strength and prevents flat head syndrome |
About the Flashcards
Flashcards for the NCLEX RN exam help you quickly recall essential pediatric concepts that often appear on test day. Each card targets high-yield facts-from when infants should start tummy time to the normal respiratory rate for a toddler-so you can sharpen recall of ages, vitals, and developmental milestones.
The deck also reviews symptom patterns for common childhood illnesses such as asthma, bronchiolitis, Kawasaki disease, and hand-foot-and-mouth, plus nursing interventions, pain scales, and family-centered care principles. Immunization timing, nutritional guidance-including iron-rich foods and gluten-free diets-and screening tools like the Denver test round out the comprehensive pediatric focus.
Topics covered in this flashcard deck:
- Developmental milestones
- Pediatric respiratory conditions
- Immunizations & infectious diseases
- Nutrition and feeding
- Family-centered nursing care
- Assessment tools & pain scales