NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client who is pregnant comes to the clinic for a first visit. The nurse gathers data about her obstetric history, which includes 3 year-old twins at home and a miscarriage 10 years ago. She is 8 weeks pregnant. Which description of her obstetric history is written correctly?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Gravida 3 para 1. Gravida is the number of pregnancies and Parity is the number of pregnancies that reach viability (not the number of fetuses). Thus, for this woman, she is now pregnant, had 2 prior pregnancies, and 1 viable birth (twins).
Question 2 of 5
The registered nurse (RN) is making decisions regarding client room assignments on a pediatric unit. Which possible roommate would be most appropriate for a 3 year-old child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with nephrotic syndrome are at high risk for development of infections as a result of the standard use of immunosuppressant therapy, as well as from the accumulation of fluid (edema).
Therefore, these children must be protected from sources of possible infection.
Question 3 of 5
A Spanish-speaking client is admitted for a small bowel obstruction. The surgeon explains to the client's child, who speaks both Spanish and English, that an exploratory laparotomy is needed to determine the cause of the obstruction and that possible causes include intestinal adhesions and ovarian or colon cancer. The surgeon asks the child to translate this information for the client and assist with translating the consent form. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a trained interpreter ensures accurate, unbiased communication. Witnessing or reinforcing perpetuates the error, and reporting is premature.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to obtain a urine specimen for urinalysis from an 18-month-old client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An adhesive collection bag is non-invasive and effective for toddlers. Catheterization is invasive, a cup is impractical, and a dipstick is inaccurate.
Question 5 of 5
The school nurse suspects that a third grade child might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Prior to referring the child for further evaluation, the nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compile a history of behavior patterns and developmental accomplishments. A comprehensive history is essential for accurate ADHD diagnosis.