NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client says to the nurse, 'I have something to tell you because I know you can keep a secret.' To respond to his statement, the nurse should make which of these remarks?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse must maintain professionalism and transparency, as confidentiality cannot be guaranteed if the information involves safety or treatment.
Question 2 of 5
The client tells the nurse that she has been having breast pain and has had several diagnostic procedures that all have been negative. Which suggestions should the nurse include when the client asks for advice on controling this breast pain? Select al that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: A. There is no evidence that placing a towel wet with primrose oil over the breasts will reduce pain. Taking evening primrose oil orally may help, but its use is controversial. B. The women should be taught to wear a support bra, not to go Without a bra. C. Reducing caffeine has been shown by some to reduce breast pain. D. B complex vitamins have been shown by some to reduce breast pain. E. Applying hot packs to the breasts for 20 minutes has been shown by some to reduce breast pain.
Question 3 of 5
The HCP prescribed mifepristone for the 35-year-old female to treat a leiomyoma. Before the client begins the medication, which information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A. Mifepristone does not cause changes in BP. B. Mifepristone does not cause changes in liver enzymes. C. The pregnancy test results should be known because mifepristone is also used in conjunction with other medications for termination of early intrauterine pregnancy. D. Although weight can influence the dose, this information is not the most important. Mifepristone does not cause changes in weight.
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse is completing a follow-up visit at the home of the child recovering from a serious salmonella infection. The nurse should address a concern about reinfection with salmonella after noting that the family has which pets? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Reptiles (salamanders, turtles) and poultry (chicks) are common sources of Salmonella, increasing reinfection risk.
Question 5 of 5
An adult client with newly diagnosed cancer says, 'I'm really afraid of dying. Who's going to take care of my children?' What is the best initial response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An empathetic response acknowledging the client's fear opens communication, validating emotions without dismissing concerns or making assumptions.