NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A client with ulcerative colitis is taking Azulfidine (Sulfasalazine). Which of the following instructions should be included in the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Azulfidine is a maintenance medication for ulcerative colitis, and clients should continue taking it even during remission to prevent flare-ups.
Question 2 of 5
Observation should be ordered for the client using hallucinogens because, hallucinogens
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hallucinogens cause altered perception, posing risks of harm due to impaired judgment, necessitating close observation. They do not typically cause respiratory depression or rapid dependence.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a myocardial infarction. Which finding requires the nurse's immediate action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dizzy spells. Cardiac dysrhythmias may cause a transient drop in cardiac output and decreased blood flow to the brain. Near syncope refers to lightheadedness, dizziness, temporary confusion. Such 'spells' may indicate runs of ventricular tachycardia or periods of asystole and should be reported immediately.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent a total hip replacement 48 hours ago. Which of the following actions is MOST important to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping the affected leg in a neutral position (e.g., avoiding adduction or extreme rotation) prevents hip dislocation, a major complication post-hip replacement. Ambulation (
A) is important but secondary, antibiotics (
C) depend on orders, and monitoring infection (
D) is routine.
Extract:
A patient is getting discharged from a long term facility. The patient has a history of severe COPD and PVD. The patient is primarily concerned about their ability to breathe easily.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following would be the best instruction for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Deep breathing techniques improve oxygenation, critical for COPD patients.