NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis is prescribed heparin. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin's anticoagulant effect is monitored by aPTT to ensure therapeutic levels and prevent bleeding or clotting complications.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing assistant voices concern for personal safety when assigned to care for a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Which information is best for allaying the nursing assistant's fears?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Emphasizing that standard precautions, like wearing gloves, effectively prevent HIV transmission reassures the nursing assistant by addressing the primary mode of infection.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of chronic pain is prescribed oxycodone. Which instruction should the nurse include to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxycodone can cause drowsiness and impaired judgment, so avoiding driving prevents accidents and ensures client safety.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected appendicitis. Which assessment finding is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant is a classic sign of appendicitis, indicating peritoneal irritation and the potential for rupture, which is a medical emergency.
Question 5 of 5
When a client ingests a toxic substance either intentionally or accidentally, which initial information is most important for the nurse to obtain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Identifying the substance involved is critical for determining the appropriate antidote or treatment to counteract the toxic effects.