{"id":9474,"date":"2026-03-25T00:03:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=9474"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:54:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T21:54:54","slug":"nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan","title":{"rendered":"NCLEX-RN\u00ae Question of the Day: Pertussis Teaching Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan\/#The_correct_answers_to_todays_NCLEX-PN%C2%AE_Question_is%E2%80%A6\" >The correct answers to today&#8217;s NCLEX-PN\u00ae Question is&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan\/#Main_Takeaway\" >Main Takeaway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan\/#Incorrect_Answer_Explanations\" >Incorrect Answer Explanations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-question-of-the-day-pertussis-teaching-plan\/#Want_to_learn_more_about_this_topic\" >Want to learn more about this topic?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Today\u2019s <strong>NCLEX-RN\u00ae question of the day<\/strong> focuses on providing a<strong> teaching plan for the parent of a child with pertussis<\/strong>. Do you know the answer? Let&#8217;s find out!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 5-year-old patient is brought to the emergency department by their mother for a <strong>persistent cough<\/strong>. The child is diagnosed with <strong>pertussis<\/strong>. Which instruction(s) should the nurse include in their <strong>teaching plan<\/strong>? <strong>Select all that apply.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A. Humidified air can help relieve cough symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>B. The child may continue to cough despite treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>C. Infection can recur if the child does not get vaccinated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>D. Spread of infection can be prevented through handwashing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>E. Difficulty breathing is expected and does not require emergency treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Scroll down for the correct answer!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Learn with Osmosis\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iDxHtjjCMbU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answers_to_todays_NCLEX-PN%C2%AE_Question_is%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>The correct answers to today&#8217;s NCLEX-PN\u00ae Question is&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A. Humidified air can help relieve cough symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong> <strong>A supportive treatment for clients with pertussis is humidified air<\/strong>, which can help relieve symptoms like cough and shortness of breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>B. The child may continue to cough despite treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong> <strong>Clients with pertussis may have a lingering cough that persists despite treatment.<\/strong> This is an expected finding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>C. Infection can recur if the child does not get vaccinated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong> <strong>This infection can be prevented through vaccination.<\/strong> The nurse should inform the client\u2019s mother that <strong>vaccination and boosters may be required to reduce the risk of infection recurrence<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>D. Spread of infection can be prevented through handwashing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong> <strong>Handwashing and other infection control techniques, like covering coughs and sneezes, can help prevent the spread of infection.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Takeaway\"><\/span>Main Takeaway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pertussis<\/strong> is a bacterial upper respiratory infection that doesn\u2019t affect the lungs. It is treated with <strong>antibiotics<\/strong> and <strong>supportive care<\/strong>. Family education should teach them that infection with <strong>pertussis<\/strong> does not provide lifelong protection from future illness and that scheduled <strong>immunizations<\/strong> and <strong>boosters<\/strong> are still recommended. Also, the nurse should encourage them to verify or update their <strong>immunization status<\/strong>. One of the best ways to prevent whooping cough in the newborn is to ensure <strong>pregnant women<\/strong> are <strong>vaccinated<\/strong> before delivery to spread <strong>passive immunity<\/strong> to the fetus since n newborns cannot receive their first vaccination against <strong>pertussis<\/strong> until <strong>two months old<\/strong> and are vulnerable to the disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, the nurse should let them know that their child\u2019s cough symptoms may linger after treatment and that they can reduce cough symptoms by avoiding environmental triggers like <strong>dust<\/strong> and <strong>smoke<\/strong> by keeping a <strong>humidifier<\/strong> in the room and encouraging the child to <strong>rest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nurse should be sure to remind them of the importance of preventing the spread of infection by practicing frequent <strong>hand washing<\/strong>, covering their mouth when coughing or sneezing, wearing a <strong>mask<\/strong>, and <strong>socially distancing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lastly, the nurse should instruct them to notify the healthcare provider if their child has <strong>difficulty breathing<\/strong> or if there\u2019s a change in their child\u2019s behavior, such as <strong>listlessness<\/strong> or not wanting to eat or drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-1.jpg\" alt=\"Educational graphic titled \u201cFamily &amp; Client Teaching\u201d noting that there is no lifelong protection and that scheduled immunizations and boosters are recommended. It includes images of a syringe, an immunization record, a child\u2019s airway and lungs with magnified bacteria, and a clinician providing education.\" class=\"wp-image-9477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-1.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-1.jpg?resize=300,165 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-1.jpg?resize=768,423 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"413\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-2.jpg\" alt=\"Educational graphic titled \u201cFamily &amp; Client Teaching\u201d explaining that cough symptoms may linger after treatment and can be reduced by avoiding irritants (such as smoke and allergens), using a humidifier, and getting rest. A clinician is shown speaking with a caregiver.\" class=\"wp-image-9478\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-2.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-2.jpg?resize=300,157 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/family-client-teaching-2.jpg?resize=768,402 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"789\" height=\"406\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/prevent-spread-infection.jpg\" alt=\"Educational graphic titled \u201cPrevent Spread of Infection\u201d showing handwashing, covering coughs or sneezes, wearing a face mask, and social distancing. A highlighted box advises notifying a healthcare provider if there is difficulty breathing, listlessness, or refusal to eat or drink. A clinician gestures while providing teaching.\" class=\"wp-image-9479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/prevent-spread-infection.jpg 789w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/prevent-spread-infection.jpg?resize=300,154 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/02\/prevent-spread-infection.jpg?resize=768,395 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 789px) 100vw, 789px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorrect_Answer_Explanations\"><\/span>Incorrect Answer Explanations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>E. Difficulty breathing is expected and does not require emergency treatment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale: Difficulty breathing <em>is <\/em>a reason to seek emergency treatment.<\/strong> Although the child may continue to have symptoms once treatment is initiated, <strong>difficulty breathing is not an expected finding and should not be considered normal. This requires emergent intervention.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_learn_more_about_this_topic\"><\/span>Want to learn more about this topic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch the Osmosis video: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Pertussis:_Nursing\">Pertussis: Nursing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Blog_Display_Ads_RN3_2023.png?w=700\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Blog_Display_Ads_RN3_2023.png 700w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Blog_Display_Ads_RN3_2023.png?resize=300,107 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Try <strong>Osmosis from Elsevier<\/strong> today! 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