NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is administering metoprolol (Lopressor) to a patient with hypertension. Which of the following assessments is most important before administering this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, lowers blood pressure and heart rate, so assessing blood pressure prevents hypotension or bradycardia. Respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation are less critical.
Question 2 of 5
The client states, 'My discharge plan leaves me with a lot to do. I don't think I can do it. I'm never good at doing things.' The nurse knows the client lacks:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Expressing doubt in ability to manage the discharge plan indicates low self-efficacy, a belief in one's capacity to execute tasks.
Extract:
The nurse understands that the patient with esophageal varices should not be given food such as:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse understands that the patient with esophageal varices should not be given food such as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Crackers, being rough, can irritate or rupture fragile esophageal varices.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
What finding signifies that children have attained the stage of concrete operations (Piaget)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The stage of concrete operations is depicted by logical thinking and moral judgments.
Extract:
A client who had previously signed the consent for liver biopsy has changed his mind and no longer wants the procedure.
Question 5 of 5
The best initial response by the nurse would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the reason for refusal respects the patient's autonomy and facilitates informed decision-making.