NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client asks, 'What should I do to prepare for a colonoscopy?' Which instructions should the nurse reinforce to correctly answer the client’s question? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Fasting 8 hours, clear liquids the day before, and polyethylene glycol are standard colonoscopy preparations. Antibiotics are not routine, and smoking cessation is not specific to the procedure.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching regarding home oxygen use for a client with emphysema who is using nasal cannula and portable oxygen tank. Which of the following statements by the client would require follow-up? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Oxygen therapy is commonly prescribed to improve oxygenation for clients with (or at risk for) hypoxia (eg, emphysema) and to promote comfort in clients receiving palliative/hospice care. Clients requiring long-term oxygen therapy may be prescribed portable oxygen delivery (ie, home oxygen therapy) to allow increased independence in daily life.
Question 3 of 5
The home health nurse is caring for an 85-year-old client. It would require immediate follow-up if the client is reporting
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A painful red area on the buttocks suggests a pressure injury, requiring immediate intervention to prevent worsening. Edema, vision loss, and memory issues are concerning but less urgent.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse in the outpatient clinic is caring for assigned clients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which client should the nurse recognize as having the highest risk of developing hypoglycemia?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prednisone increases blood glucose, but abrupt cessation or dose changes can cause hypoglycemia in type 1 diabetes due to insulin sensitivity. Influenza, exercise, and cellulitis pose risks, but prednisone’s metabolic impact is greatest.
Question 5 of 5
A client with cancer pain is prescribed oxycodone. Which information is most essential to reinforce in order to help prevent long-term complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Constipation is a common, long-term complication of oxycodone, requiring preventive measures like fiber and fluids. Blood pressure monitoring, itching, and nausea are less critical long-term concerns.