NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a history of stroke and dysphagia. Which intervention prevents aspiration during meals?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thick liquids are easier to swallow and reduce the risk of aspiration in clients with dysphagia.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected pulmonary edema. Which finding is most indicative of this condition?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frothy, pink-tinged sputum is a classic sign of pulmonary edema, indicating fluid leakage into the alveoli due to left heart failure.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of epilepsy about phenobarbital. Which instruction is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking phenobarbital at the same time daily maintains consistent blood levels, preventing breakthrough seizures.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of gout is prescribed allopurinol. Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increased fluid intake (2–3 liters daily) helps prevent kidney stones, a potential side effect of allopurinol, by promoting uric acid excretion.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected meningitis. Which finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Neck stiffness is a cardinal sign of meningitis, indicating meningeal irritation and requiring urgent medical evaluation.