NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client who is immobilized secondary to traction is complaining of constipation. Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to be ordered?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Colace, a stool softener, is appropriate for constipation in immobilized clients, as it promotes softer stools without systemic effects. The other options are NSAIDs, not laxatives. Basic Care and Comfort
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After the patient has refused the medication, the next step taken by the nurse will be:
Question 2 of 5
Document the patient's refusal.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the reason for refusal helps address concerns and promote adherence.
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Question 3 of 5
A 6 year-old child diagnosed with acute glomerulonephritis (AGN) is experiencing anorexia, moderate edema and elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels. The child requests a peanut butter sandwich for lunch. What would the nurse's best response to this request?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with AGN who have edema, hypertension oliguria and azotemia may have dietary restrictions limiting sodium, fluids, protein and potassium. Giving the child a short explanation and offering to talk about an alternative is appropriate for this age.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a preschool-aged child admitted with a diagnosis of suspected child abuse. During painful procedures, the child remains quiet and watchful. When planning the care of a victim of child abuse, the nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assigning a consistent caregiver will best meet the child's need for safety and security. Playtime will be therapeutic for the child, but it does not have to be with same-age children, so answer A is incorrect. Answer C is too threatening to the child who has been abused, so it is incorrect. Answer D does not allow the child the chance to respond in an expected way, so it is incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The mother of a 3-year-old has been told that her child has a brain tumor. She initially begins to cry and accuses the physicians of lying. Which of the following stages is the mother most likely experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anger is the stage of grief in which a person expresses anger about the diagnosis or situation. Acceptance occurs when the person comes to terms with the diagnosis. This situation isn't an example of a psychotic episode; it's a normal stage of the grieving process. Denial is the stage of grief when a person refuses to believe the truth.