NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse aide is taking care of a 2 year-old child with Wilm's tumor. The nurse aide asks the nurse why there is a sign above the bed that says DO NOT PALPATE THE ABDOMEN? The best response by the nurse would be which of these statements?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Manipulation of the abdomen can lead to dissemination of cancer cells to nearby and distant areas. Bathing and turning the child should be done carefully.
Question 2 of 5
Which finding by the nurse suggests that the mother is not giving the toddler iron supplements as ordered?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Iron supplements typically cause dark or black stools; light brown stools suggest non-compliance with iron supplementation.
Question 3 of 5
Which interventions does the nurse perform to promote normal rest and sleep patterns for a critically ill client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Dimming lights (
A), opening blinds in the morning (
C), and scheduling activities during the day (
D) promote circadian rhythms and rest. Leaving the TV on (
B) may disrupt sleep, and turning off alarms (E) compromises safety.
Question 4 of 5
During the immediate postoperative period after a colostomy, which stoma appearance requires the licensed practical nurse to contact the supervising registered nurse immediately?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A dusky stoma (
B) indicates ischemia, requiring immediate reporting. Brick red (
A), pink with oozing (
C), and no stool (
D) are normal post-colostomy findings.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a newly diagnosed asthma client on how to use a peak flow meter. The nurse explains that this should be used to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The peak flow meter is used to measure peak expiratory flow volume. It provides useful information about the presence and/or severity of airway obstruction.