NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with end-stage renal disease received a renal transplant 2 weeks ago. Which of the following is an early sign of rejection of the transplant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Early signs of renal transplant rejection include tenderness over the graft site, fever, and decreased urine output due to impaired kidney function. Increased urinary output is not associated with rejection, and while hypertension may occur, it is not a specific early sign.
Extract:
Miss Helen Roller is admitted following a diagnosis of congestive heart failure. She tells you she is unable to wash herself without assistance because of shortness of breath. You notice she also has difficulty walking to the bathroom unassisted for the same reason.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnosis is most important?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Activity intolerance due to shortness of breath is the most pressing issue affecting her daily functioning.
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Question 3 of 5
The family of a young adult who has been declared brain dead following an auto accident is approached by the physician about organ donation. Later they ask the nurse, 'If we donate the organs, can we still have a viewing and a regular funeral?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Organ donation surgery is performed carefully to preserve the body's appearance, allowing open-casket viewing and normal funeral proceedings, independent of accident injuries or clergy views.
Extract:
A client's monitor shows a PQRST wave for each beat and indicates a rate of 120. The rhythm is regular.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should note that the client is experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A regular rhythm with a rate of 120 and normal PQRST waves indicates sinus tachycardia.
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Question 5 of 5
A client has been taking alprazolam (Xanax) for 3 days. Nursing assessment should reveal which expected effect of the drug?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tranquilization, numbing of emotions. The anti-anxiety drugs produce tranquilizing effects and may numb the emotions.