NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse assigned to the rural health clinic is to administer a Mantoux test to a group of factory workers. The nurse should administer the test in each client's:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Mantoux test is administered intradermally in the forearm for accurate reading of the tuberculin reaction. Thigh , buttock , and upper arm are incorrect sites.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing care for an elderly patient with dementia. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A structured routine reduces confusion and anxiety in dementia, promoting safety and comfort. Complex decisions overwhelm, social interactions are beneficial, and physical activity supports health.
Extract:
Michael has congenital Hirschprung disease. Chronic constipation has been a major problem with the patient.
Question 3 of 5
Important finding would include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ribbon-like stools are characteristic of Hirschprung disease due to narrowed colon segments.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The major electrolytes in the extracellular fluid are:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sodium and chloride are the major electrolytes in the extracellular fluid, maintaining fluid balance and nerve function. The other options include electrolytes more prevalent in intracellular fluid or less dominant in extracellular fluid. Physiological Adaptation
Question 5 of 5
After abdominal surgery, a client has a nasogastric tube attached to low suctioning. The client becomes nauseated, and the nurse observes a decrease in the flow of gastric secretions. Which of the following nursing interventions would be MOST appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nausea and decreased NG tube output suggest possible obstruction. Aspirating with a syringe confirms tube placement and checks for blockages by testing the pH of aspirate (0–4 indicates gastric placement). Irrigation (
A) uses normal saline, not distilled water, and only after placement confirmation. Antiemetics (
C) or tube replacement (
D) do not address the cause.