NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a history of myocardial infarction is prescribed nitroglycerin. Which instruction should the nurse include when teaching the client about this medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placing nitroglycerin under the tongue allows for rapid absorption to relieve angina quickly, which is critical for clients with a history of myocardial infarction.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching a postmenopausal client about breast self-examination, which instruction by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing breast self-examination on the first day of the month provides a consistent schedule for postmenopausal women, as hormonal fluctuations no longer affect breast tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of chronic venous insufficiency reports leg swelling. Which intervention is most effective?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the legs above heart level promotes venous return, reducing swelling in chronic venous insufficiency.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of tuberculosis about treatment. Which statement indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping tuberculosis medications early can lead to relapse and drug resistance, indicating a need for further teaching about treatment adherence.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of seizures is prescribed phenytoin (Dilantin). Which side effect should the nurse teach the client to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gingival hyperplasia is a common side effect of phenytoin that can lead to gum overgrowth and requires dental evaluation, so it should be reported.