NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A couple asks the nurse about risks of several birth control methods. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oral contraceptives should not be used by smokers. The use of oral contraceptives in a woman who smokes increases her risk of cardiovascular problems, such as thromboembolic disorders.
Question 2 of 5
A father brings his 17-year-old son to a walk-in clinic. The client reports a sudden severe headache. He has a temperature of 104°F and a purple rash. What is the best action for the nurse at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Symptoms suggest meningococcal meningitis, a medical emergency requiring isolation and immediate physician notification.
Question 3 of 5
A client involved in a motor vehicle accident has a 4-inch laceration on her left lower leg. Which finding is consistent with an acute inflammatory reaction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Histamine release during acute inflammation causes pain and vasodilation. Blanching is not typical, white blood count increases, and granulation occurs later.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client's home in preparation for discharge. Which of the following should be given priority consideration?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Functional communication patterns between family members are fundamental to meeting the needs of the client and family.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse in an outpatient clinic is caring for a client at 34 weeks gestation. The client is taking ferrous sulfate for anemia and reports constipation. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse reinforce for this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Fruits and vegetables provide fiber, and exercise promotes bowel motility, relieving constipation. Dairy may worsen constipation, stimulant laxatives are not first-line in pregnancy, and coffee is not a primary solution.