NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has been diagnosed with Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) and transferred to the medical intensive care unit (ICU) subsequent to an acute bleeding episode. In the ICU, continuous Heparin drip therapy is initiated. Which of the following assessment findings indicates a positive response to Heparin therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin in DIC halts excessive clotting, preserving fibrinogen by preventing its conversion to fibrin. Increased fibrinogen indicates effective therapy. Other options are secondary or less specific indicators. Physiological Adaptation
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following snacks would be permitted for a child with acute renal failure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Marshmallows are low in potassium and sodium, making them suitable for a child with acute renal failure, unlike the other high-potassium or high-sodium options.
Extract:
After paracentesis, the nurse is doing the best action when she
Question 3 of 5
takes patient's BP.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs post-paracentesis detects complications like hypotension or bleeding.
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Question 4 of 5
A client with a bowel resection and anastamosis returns to his room with an nasogastric tube attached to intermittent suction. Which of the following observations indicates that the nasogastric suction is working properly?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A soft abdomen indicates that the nasogastric tube is effectively decompressing the bowel by removing air and fluid.
Extract:
When teaching a client about antacid therapy
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should include the fact that antacid tablets:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antacids can interfere with the absorption of other medications, requiring careful timing.