NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a panic disorder has a new prescription for Xanax (alprazolam). In teaching the client about the drug's actions and side effects, which of the following should the nurse emphasize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Short-term relief can be expected. Xanax is a short-acting benzodiazepine useful in controlling panic symptoms quickly.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client that breastfeeds who has been diagnosed with mastitis of the right breast. Which of the following instructions should be included? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, D
Rationale: Increased fluids (
B) and ibuprofen (
D) manage dehydration and pain. Ceasing breastfeeding (
A) or reducing feeds (
C) can worsen mastitis, and tight bras (E) may increase discomfort.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had an endoscopic procedure yesterday to stop upper gastrointestinal bleeding and who started a clear liquid diet today. Which of the following foods would be appropriate to offer to this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, E
Rationale: Clear liquids include apple juice (
A), chicken broth (
B), cranberry juice (
C), and unsweetened tea (E). Cream of chicken soup (
D) and ice cream (F) are not clear liquids.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is collecting data from a 10-year-old client during a routine physical examination. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Using anatomical terminology (
A) promotes understanding. Explaining equipment and procedures (
C) reduces anxiety. Offering a gown and allowing underwear (
D) respects privacy. Adult examination sequences (
B) may not suit pediatric needs, and parents rating pain (E) may not accurately reflect the child's experience.
Question 5 of 5
Parents of a 6 month-old breast fed baby ask the nurse about increasing the baby's diet. Which of the following should be added first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cereal. Strained cereal is recommended as the first solid food for breastfed infants, per pediatric guidelines.