NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 6 year-old female is diagnosed with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). Which one of the following instructions would be best for the nurse to tell the caregiver?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Use plain water for the bath, shampooing hair last. Hair should be shampooed last with a rinsing of plain water over the genital area. The oils in soaps and bubble bath can cause irritation, which may lead to UTIs in young girls.
Question 2 of 5
A client with throat cancer receives radiation therapy to the head and neck. Which of the following strategies are appropriate to decrease the adverse effects associated with radiation therapy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Avoiding irritants reduces mucosal irritation. Liquid supplements ensure adequate nutrition when swallowing is difficult. E: Artificial saliva alleviates xerostomia, a common side effect. B is incorrect as topical analgesics may be beneficial for pain relief. D is incorrect as frequent oral hygiene is needed to prevent infections and maintain oral health.
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
WBC
5000–10,000/mm³
(5–10 × 10⁹/L)
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for 4 clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weak pulses and mottled skin suggest vascular compromise, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate attention. The other conditions are less urgent.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a group of women about health issues. Today's topic is food poisoning. Which statement indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rare meat poses a risk for foodborne pathogens like E. coli, even if eaten immediately. Other statements reflect proper food safety practices.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a diagnosis of acoustic neuroma asks the nurse to explain what is wrong with his hearing. The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that an acoustic neuroma is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor of the eighth cranial (auditory) nerve that can affect hearing and balance and may cause compression of nearby structures, such as the cerebellum. Answer A is incorrect because acoustic neuromas are benign, not malignant. Answer B is incorrect because it involves the fifth cranial nerve, which is unrelated. Answer D refers to a glomus tumor, not an acoustic neuroma.