NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected appendicitis. Which assessment finding is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant is a classic sign of appendicitis, indicating peritoneal irritation and the potential for rupture, which is a medical emergency.
Question 2 of 5
A maintenance worker in a health agency comes to a nurse after receiving a minor finger burn. Which first-aid measure is correct for the nurse to complete for the client in this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Immersing a minor burn in cool (not cold) water for 10-15 minutes reduces tissue damage and pain, making it the most appropriate first-aid measure.
Question 3 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease is on a low-potassium diet. Which food should the nurse advise the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which can accumulate in chronic kidney disease, leading to hyperkalemia and cardiac complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about lifestyle modifications. Which recommendation is most effective for blood pressure control?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular exercise (30 minutes most days) helps lower blood pressure by improving cardiovascular health and reducing vascular resistance.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a pressure ulcer. Which intervention promotes healing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A moist environment with a hydrogel dressing promotes granulation tissue formation and healing in pressure ulcers.