NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 43-year-old woman with lupus erythematosus expresses frustration about the unpredictable course of her illness and the change in her physical appearance. Which nursing intervention would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring lupus' impact on her life validates her frustrations, addressing emotional and social effects therapeutically.
Extract:
Laboratory results
Sodium
136-145 mEq/L
(136-145 mmol/L) 150 mEq/L (150 mmol/L)
Potassium
3.5-5.0 mEq/L
(3.5-5.0 mmol/L) 6.0 mEq/L (6.0 mmol/L)
Calcium
9.0-10.5 mg/dL
(2.25-2.62 mmol/L) 9.0 mg/dL (2.25 mmol/L)
Phosphate
3.0-4.5 mg/dL
(0.97-1.45 mmol/L) 5.8 mg/dL (1.87 mmol/L)
Question 2 of 5
The home health nurse has reviewed the most recent laboratory test results for a client with chronic kidney disease. Which of the following would be an appropriate afternoon snack to recommend for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: CKD patients need low-potassium, low-phosphorus snacks. Oatmeal with apples (
C) is suitable. Milk (
A) is high in phosphorus, and chips (
B) are high in sodium. Pudding (
D) may have additives.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Before giving furosemide (Lasix) to an adult, the nurse checks the laboratory report for the last serum potassium level. Which finding would be of concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A potassium level of 3.2 mEq/L is low, concerning with furosemide, which can further deplete potassium, risking arrhythmias.
Question 4 of 5
The school nurse observes a 7-year-old client with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder begin to throw books and attempt to hit the classmates. Which of the following actions would be a priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the client to a quiet room (
C) ensures safety and de-escalates the situation. Balloon blowing (
A) is inappropriate, PRN methylphenidate (
B) is not typically ordered, and consequences (
D) are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year old is admitted with drooling, muffled phonation and a temperature of 102.6°. The nurse should immediately notify the doctor because the child's symptoms are suggestive of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drooling, muffled phonation, and fever suggest epiglottitis, a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention due to the risk of airway obstruction.