NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a fractured femur is in skeletal traction. Which nursing action is most important to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weights must hang freely to maintain proper traction alignment and prevent complications like malunion or nerve damage.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of liver transplant is prescribed tacrolimus. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tacrolimus can cause hepatotoxicity, so liver function tests must be monitored to detect early signs of liver damage.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate. Which instruction ensures proper administration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking alendronate with a full glass of water and remaining upright for 30 minutes prevents esophageal irritation and ensures absorption.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a continuous bladder irrigation post-transurethral resection of the prostate. Which observation requires intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bright red urine suggests active bleeding, a potential complication requiring immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is prescribed ipratropium. Which side effect should the nurse teach the client to report?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chest pain is not a common side effect of ipratropium and may indicate a serious condition like angina or pneumothorax, requiring immediate reporting.