NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 52-year-old man is admitted to the psychiatric unit. He states that he does not sleep well, has not been eating, and has no energy. He tells the admitting nurse, 'I don't think you can make me feel better. There's no use in talking to me. Leave me alone.' What is the most appropriate interpretation of his behavior?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: His symptoms and request for isolation suggest depression, requiring the nurse's presence to ensure safety and offer support.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for an elderly woman admitted with chronic organic brain disease. When her daughter visits, she asks, 'Are you my maid?' How should the nurse describe the client's behavior?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mistaking her daughter for a maid indicates disorientation, a common symptom of chronic organic brain disease, such as dementia.
Question 3 of 5
During a home visit to the adolescent just diagnosed with hepatitis A, the nurse provides education to the client and family to prevent the spread of the disease. Which information should the nurse provide? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Hepatitis A spreads via the fecal-oral route. Hand washing and cleaning the toilet seat reduce transmission risk.
Question 4 of 5
The clinic nurse is assessing the 17-year-old male and observes multiple lesions on both upper arms. Some of these lesions are covered with a honey-colored crust. Based on this assessment, which skin condition should the nurse consider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Honey-colored crusts are characteristic of impetigo, a bacterial skin infection.
Question 5 of 5
A woman who is severely depressed begins to improve. Which of these behaviors may be indicative of an impending suicide attempt?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Detachment can signal suicidal ideation, as the client may be emotionally withdrawing in preparation for a suicide attempt.