NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected anaphylaxis. Which intervention is the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, as it rapidly reverses airway constriction and hypotension, addressing life-threatening symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected anaphylaxis. Which intervention is the priority?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epinephrine is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, as it rapidly reverses airway constriction and hypotension, addressing life-threatening symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client with diabetes reports numbness in the feet. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Numbness in the feet indicates diabetic neuropathy, increasing the risk of unnoticed injuries, so inspecting for ulcers or cuts is critical.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of deep vein thrombosis is prescribed heparin. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Heparin's anticoagulant effect is monitored by aPTT to ensure therapeutic levels and prevent bleeding or clotting complications.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a burn injury. Which fluid is most appropriate for initial resuscitation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lactated Ringer's is the preferred fluid for burn resuscitation, as it corrects hypovolemia and electrolyte imbalances without causing hypernatremia.