NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A 70 year-old post-operative client has elevated serum BUN, HCT, Cl, and Na+. Creatinine and K+ are within normal limits. The nurse should perform additional assessments to confirm that an actual problem is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fluid volume deficit. In fluid volume deficit, serum BUN, Na+, and hematocrit may be elevated secondary to hemoconcentration.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is passing a nasogastric tube into an adult. When passing the tube through the pharynx, the nurse has the client sip water through a straw. What is the purpose of this action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sipping water during nasogastric tube insertion triggers swallowing, which closes the epiglottis, preventing the tube from entering the trachea and directing it toward the esophagus.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a colostomy. Which comment by the client indicates that she is showing an interest in learning about her colostomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about the bag's purpose shows curiosity and readiness to learn about colostomy care. Other comments reflect denial, frustration, or lack of engagement.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a post-surgical client at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis. Which intervention is an effective preventive measure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Encourage range of motion and ambulation. Mobility reduces the risk of deep vein thrombosis in the post-surgical client and the adult at risk due to other factors.
Question 5 of 5
Diphenoxylate hydrochloride with atropine sulfate (Lomotil) is prescribed for a client. The nurse knows that the drug is prescribed for which of these problems the client has?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lomotil is an antidiarrheal, slowing intestinal motility to reduce diarrhea.