NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a bowel resection and anastamosis returns to his room with an nasogastric tube attached to intermittent suction. Which of the following observations indicates that the nasogastric suction is working properly?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A soft abdomen indicates that the nasogastric tube is effectively decompressing the bowel by removing air and fluid.
Question 2 of 5
A client is scheduled for surgery under general anesthesia. The night before surgery, the client tells the nurse, 'I can't wait to have breakfast tomorrow.' Based on this statement, the nurse should formulate which nursing diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client's statement reveals a Deficient knowledge related to food restrictions associated with general anesthesia. The other options may be applicable but aren't related to the client's statement.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following organs of the digestive system has a primary function of absorption?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The small intestine is the primary site for nutrient absorption due to its large surface area. The other organs have different primary functions, like digestion or storage. Physiological Adaptation
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of Crohn’s disease who reports abdominal pain and diarrhea. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-residue, high-protein diet minimizes bowel irritation and supports nutrition in Crohn’s disease, reducing diarrhea and pain. High-fiber (
A) worsens symptoms, high-sodium (
C) is unnecessary, and low-protein (
D) hinders tissue repair.
Question 5 of 5
Which psychological or personality factor is likely to predispose an individual to medication abuse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Low self-esteem and repressed rage as well as depression can predispose an individual to search for solace in addictive medications. Usually, medications are used to minimize or blot out pain, rather than inflict additional pain. Personality disorders don't predispose a client to medication abuse; however, personality disorders, especially the antisocial ones, may be intensified by abuse.