NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client is scheduled for an Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP). In order to prepare the client for this test, the nurse would
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer a laxative to the client the evening before the examination. Bowel prep is important because it will allow greater visualization of the bladder and ureters.
Extract:
Which of the following is the appropriate narcotic-analgesic ordered to provide pain relief on the patient with pancreatitis?
Question 2 of 5
Codeine 30 mgs.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Demerol is preferred for pancreatitis to avoid morphine's effect on the sphincter of Oddi.
Extract:
A client's monitor shows a PQRST wave for each beat and indicates a rate of 120. The rhythm is regular.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should note that the client is experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A regular rhythm with a rate of 120 and normal PQRST waves indicates sinus tachycardia.
Extract:
A patient with pain and paresis of the left leg is scheduled for an electromyography.
Question 4 of 5
Before the test, the nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Electromyography involves needle insertion into muscles to assess electrical activity, requiring patient education.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
An adult is on long-term aspirin therapy and complains of tinnitus. Which interpretation by the nurse is accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tinnitus is a sign of aspirin toxicity (salicylism), indicating a minor overdose. It's not an expected effect, and GI bleed would present with other symptoms like melena.