NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A new mother asks the nurse when the baby's umbilical cord will fall off. The nurse replies that it usually takes how many days to detach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The umbilical cord typically detaches within 7-10 days as it dries and separates naturally, a standard newborn care fact.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 5 year-old child whose left leg is in skeletal traction. Which of the following activities would be an appropriate diversional activity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Playing hand held games. Immobilization with traction must be maintained until bone ends are in satisfactory alignment. Activities that increase mobility interfere with the goals of treatment.
Question 3 of 5
An alert adult is being admitted for elective surgery. Which comment made by the client indicates a need for more instruction regarding advance directives?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Advance directives allow clients to specify care preferences, not relinquish decision-making entirely. This comment suggests a misunderstanding that requires further education.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a newly admitted man who has kidney stones. The man asks if he can get up and take a walk. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Walking may facilitate kidney stone passage and is generally safe unless contraindicated, with assistance ensuring safety.
Question 5 of 5
The home health nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client with atrial fibrillation who is prescribed digoxin 0.25 mg orally on even-numbered days. Which client statement will require further teaching about digoxin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Taking blood pressure (
D) is unrelated to digoxin monitoring. Anorexia (A Anorexia (
A), dizziness (
B), and visual changes (
C) are signs of digoxin toxicity, requiring provider notification.