NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is being evaluated for suspected ectopic pregnancy reports sudden-onset, severe, right lower abdominal pain and dizziness. Which of the following additional assessment findings will the nurse anticipate if the client is experiencing a ruptured ectopic pregnancy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, D, E
Rationale: Low blood pressure (
A), tachycardia (
D), and shoulder pain (E) indicate hemorrhage from a ruptured ectopic pregnancy. Crackles (
B) and jugular vein distension (
C) are unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a Clostridioides difficile infection. Which of the following infection control precautions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, D
Rationale: A private room (
B) and protective gown (
D) are required for contact precautions. Sterile gloves (
A) are unnecessary, alcohol-based sanitizer (
C) is ineffective against C. difficile spores, and surgical masks (E) are not required.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute exacerbation of asthma. Which of the following medications should the nurse administer to the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C
Rationale: Albuterol (
A) and ipratropium (
C) are bronchodilators used in acute asthma exacerbations. Ibuprofen (
B), tobramycin (
D), and montelukast (E) are not indicated for acute management.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse helps the health care provider perform a thoracentesis at the bedside. In which position does the nurse place the client to facilitate needle insertion and promote comfort?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Upright leaning forward (
D) facilitates lung expansion and fluid access while ensuring comfort. Other positions (A, B,
C) are less effective or uncomfortable.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer several medications through a client's feeding tube. None of the medications are extended release. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C, D
Rationale: Crushing separately (
B) prevents interactions, liquid forms (
C) are preferred, and flushing (
D) ensures patency. Combining all medications (
A) or mixing with formula (E) can cause clogs or interactions.