NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client with retinal detachment of the right eye has a scleral buckling with instillation of silicone oil. Post-operatively the client should be positioned:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Following a scleral buckling with instillation of silicone oil or gas, the client should be positioned prone with the head turned so that the operative eye is facing upward. Answers A, B, and C would displace the oil and prevent it from enhancing a seal between the retina and choroid.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is taking a health history from a Native American client. It is critical that the nurse must remember that eye contact with such clients is considered
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rude. Native Americans consider direct eye contact to be impolite or aggressive among strangers.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a closed reduction of a fractured right wrist followed by the application of a fiberglass cast 12 hours ago. Which finding requires the nurse's immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Client reports prickling sensation in the right hand. A prickling sensation is an indication of compartment syndrome and requires immediate action by the nurse. The other findings are normal for a client in this situation.
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Liquid iron preparation
Question 4 of 5
Liquid iron preparation, which of the following directions would be appropriate for the nurse to teach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a straw prevents tooth staining from liquid iron.
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Question 5 of 5
The output from a client's indwelling catheter is 500 mL for the past 10 hours. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urine output of 500 mL in 10 hours (50 mL/hour) is within normal limits (30-50 mL/hour). No intervention is needed.