NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A man who is severely depressed following the death of his wife sits in the dayroom for hours at a time, not speaking to anyone and showing no interest in unit activities. He does not answer when spoken to. Which action should the nurse take to help him at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Brief, non-demanding interactions show presence and support, respecting his depression without forcing engagement.
Question 2 of 5
The 21-year-old who has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) asks about changes she could make to help control her disease. Which statement is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A. Although an anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen (Advil) may help reduce pelvic pain, this is not a lifestyle change. B. Oral contraceptives are useful in regulating the menstrual cycle for clients with PCOS and are utilized (not avoided) to treat this syndrome. C. Maintaining a monogamous sexual relationship will not impact PCOS. D. Obesity exacerbates insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia associated with PCOS.
Question 3 of 5
A 75-year-old man is brought to the auditory clinic by his son, who tells the nurse that his father is having trouble hearing and seems to be a little depressed. The man says, 'There's no point in getting a hearing aid. I don't have much time left and didn't use the time I had very good anyway.' The nurse recognizes that this behavior indicates that the client might be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The client's statement reflects a sense of regret and despair about his life, consistent with Erikson's stage of integrity versus despair, common in older adults evaluating their life's meaning.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the adolescent diagnosed with Lyme disease. Which nursing problem should the nurse document in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lyme disease commonly causes joint and muscle pain due to inflammation, making this a priority nursing diagnosis.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning care for the adolescent client being admitted with newly diagnosed active TB secondary to AIDS. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Active TB requires airborne precautions to prevent transmission, especially in an immunocompromised patient with AIDS.