NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with a suspected myocardial infarction receives nitroglycerin sublingually. Which assessment finding indicates the medication is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nitroglycerin relieves chest pain by dilating coronary arteries, improving blood flow to the myocardium.
Question 2 of 5
Which nursing action is most appropriate when a chest tube is inadvertently pulled from its insertion site?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering the opening prevents air entry, reducing the risk of pneumothorax until medical intervention is available.
Question 3 of 5
When performing a mental status assessment on an adult client with hypothyroidism, which behavior should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hypothyroidism slows metabolism, leading to impaired cognitive function, such as slowed thinking or memory issues.
Question 4 of 5
Before suctioning a client with a tracheostomy, which nursing action should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administering 100% oxygen (hyperoxygenation) for 1-2 minutes before suctioning helps prevent hypoxia during the procedure, which can cause desaturation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about warfarin (Coumadin) therapy. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ibuprofen increases bleeding risk with warfarin; the client should use acetaminophen, indicating a need for further teaching.