NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 15-year-old primigravida is admitted with a tentative diagnosis of HELLP syndrome. Which laboratory finding is associated with HELLP syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HELLP syndrome is characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets. Elevated hepatic enzymes are a key finding, so D is correct. Answers A, B, and C are not associated with HELLP syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing discharge instructions on home management for a client with peripheral arterial disease. Which statements indicate a correct understanding of the instructions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Moisturizing , keeping legs dependent , and walking improve skin and circulation. Elevation is for venous issues, and heating pads risk burns.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching of proper technique for colostomy irrigation for the home health client. Which client action indicates that further instruction is required?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Using an enema set is incorrect; a cone-tipped irrigator is required for safe colostomy irrigation. Water volume , height , and clamping are correct.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching about breastfeeding to a postpartum client. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breaking suction with a finger prevents nipple trauma. Short feeding times , lying on back , and nipple-only latch are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
A home health nurse is managing care for an adolescent client with cystic fibrosis. Which of the following potential complications should the nurse consider when developing a nursing care plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis causes chronic hypoxemia , frequent infections , and vitamin deficiencies due to malabsorption. Diabetes insipidus is unrelated, and obesity is unlikely due to high metabolic demand.