NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse has just started on the 7PM surgical unit shift. Which of the following patients should the nurse check on first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The new onset of urinary incontinence may require additional medical assessment, and the physician needs to be notified.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes a woman in the first stage of labor and encourages her to push before the cervix is fully dilated. The nurse's action could primarily lead to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The weight of the uterus can put pressure on the vena cava and aorta when a pregnant woman is flat on her back causing supine hypotension. Turning the woman to the side reduces this pressure and relieves postural hypotension.
Question 3 of 5
A patient is prescribed prednisone for an inflammatory condition. Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Prednisone, a corticosteroid, increases blood glucose, causing hyperglycemia, especially in diabetics. Hypoglycemia, weight loss, and hypotension are not typical side effects.
Extract:
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Question 4 of 5
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding vigorous activities like brushing prevents increased intraocular pressure post-cataract surgery.
Extract:
After paracentesis, the nurse is doing the best action when she
Question 5 of 5
takes patient's BP.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monitoring vital signs post-paracentesis detects complications like hypotension or bleeding.