NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Prep Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a knee injury is scheduled for an MRI examination. The nurse explains the test to the client. Which finding in the client would make the client ineligible for this type of exam?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A metal plate is a contraindication for MRI due to magnetic interference, making the client ineligible.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing assistant comes to the LPN/LVN and complains that she has more residents to care for than another nursing assistant (NA). She has one more resident assigned to her than the other NA. However, the other NA has more total care residents than the complaining NA. How should the LPN/LVN handle this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Discussing needs and organizing care addresses the NA's concerns constructively, promoting teamwork and efficiency without dismissing or deferring.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse, assisting in applying a cast to a client with a broken arm, knows that the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wet cast should be handled with the palms of hands. This prevents damage to the cast and ensures proper setting.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Kawasaki disease. Which of the following actions would be a priority for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A quiet, restful environment reduces irritability and stress in Kawasaki disease, promoting recovery. Monitoring heart sounds/urine output is secondary, as cardiac complications are less immediate. Cool compresses and soft foods are less critical.
Question 5 of 5
Which findings reflect vital signs that are concerning and require further nursing monitoring and intervention? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Hypotension (90/60 mm Hg) with nifedipine risks severe hypotension. Transfusion-related hypotension and tachycardia suggest a reaction. Fetal heart rate deceleration post-contraction indicates potential distress. Albuterol's tachycardia/tremor and hydromorphone's mild BP drop are expected.