NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 65-year-old Hispanic-Latino client with prostate cancer rates his pain as a 6 on a 0-to-10 scale. The client refuses all pain medication other than Motrin, which does not relieve his pain. The next action for the nurse to take is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ask the client about the refusal of certain pain medications. Understanding cultural or personal beliefs about pain management is essential for effective care.
Question 2 of 5
Which client is at risk for the development of pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastric resection can lead to pernicious anemia due to reduced intrinsic factor production, impairing vitamin B12 absorption.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of Crohn’s disease who reports abdominal pain and diarrhea. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-residue, high-protein diet minimizes bowel irritation and supports nutrition in Crohn’s disease, reducing diarrhea and pain. High-fiber (
A) worsens symptoms, high-sodium (
C) is unnecessary, and low-protein (
D) hinders tissue repair.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Pursed-lip breathing improves oxygenation, high-calorie/protein diets support nutrition, and smoking cessation prevents progression. High oxygen risks CO2 retention, and excessive fluids are not standard.
Extract:
A patient with lower back pain is tentatively diagnosed as having a herniated intervertebral disc.
Question 5 of 5
When assessing this patient's back pain, the nurse should ask:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pain during bowel movement can indicate nerve compression from a herniated disc, relevant to the diagnosis.