NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is receiving scheduled doses of carbidopa-levodopa. The nurse evaluates the medication as having the intended effect if which finding is noted?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carbidopa-levodopa treats Parkinson's symptoms like bradykinesia, improving spontaneous activity, which is the primary therapeutic goal.
Question 2 of 5
A client's admission urinalysis shows the specific gravity value of 1.039. Which of the following assessment data would the nurse expect to find when assessing this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Poor skin turgor. The specific gravity value is high, indicating dehydration. Poor skin turgor (tenting of the skin) is consistent with this problem.
Question 3 of 5
A 20-year-old woman is admitted to the hospital following an accident. Her uncle, a physician from out of state, visits her and asks to see her chart. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HIPAA regulations require patient consent for chart access, even by a physician relative, unless they are directly involved in care. Permission from the patient is needed first.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is screening clients with major depressive disorder for those at risk for suicide. The nurse should recognize the client at highest risk for suicide is the client with
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Recent unemployment and divorce are significant stressors that increase suicide risk, especially in a client with a chronic condition like Parkinson disease, which can exacerbate depressive symptoms.
Question 5 of 5
What should be included in the care plan of a client who has myxedema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Myxedema (severe hypothyroidism) causes fatigue; frequent rest periods conserve energy. Deep breathing, cool environments, or high-calorie snacks are not prioritized.