NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client has been taking alprazolam (Xanax) for four years to manage anxiety. The client reports taking 0.5 mg four times a day. Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse's teaching about discontinuing the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gradual tapering, as described, prevents withdrawal symptoms from benzodiazepines like Xanax. The other statements reflect misunderstandings about safe discontinuation. Psychosocial Integrity
Question 2 of 5
A nurse's aide who had a tuberculosis test planted two days ago has a reddened area 15-mm in diameter. The aide asks the nurse what this means. The nurse understands that the test result is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Redness alone without induration is not significant; a positive TB test requires a raised area ≥10 mm, indicating this is negative.
Extract:
Michael has congenital Hirschprung disease. Chronic constipation has been a major problem with the patient.
Question 3 of 5
Important finding would include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ribbon-like stools are characteristic of Hirschprung disease due to narrowed colon segments.
Extract:
The school nurse found out that the boy in the class has head lice.
Question 4 of 5
What is your nursing priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Informing the mother ensures prompt treatment and prevents spread.
Extract:
A Registered Nurse is working in a medical unit. Due to an exceptionally busy morning, the nursing supervisor has decided to send an LPN to help out.
Question 5 of 5
As a team leader, which of the following patients will be assigned to the LPN?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The patient with a fractured tibia on Buck's traction is the most stable and has predictable care needs, suitable for assignment to an LPN.