NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC). Which action prevents complications?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flushing the PICC with heparin daily prevents clot formation and maintains patency, reducing the risk of occlusion.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching a postmenopausal client about breast self-examination, which instruction by the nurse is most accurate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Performing breast self-examination on the first day of the month provides a consistent schedule for postmenopausal women, as hormonal fluctuations no longer affect breast tissue.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TSH levels are monitored to assess the effectiveness of levothyroxine therapy and ensure proper thyroid hormone replacement.
Question 4 of 5
The urine of a client who is 6 months' pregnant tests positive for albumin. The nurse correctly assumes that the client is probably developing which complication of pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Albumin in the urine (proteinuria) during pregnancy is a hallmark sign of preeclampsia, a hypertensive disorder that can lead to serious complications if untreated.
Question 5 of 5
Which initial nursing response is best if a child confides information that indicates sexual abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Believing the child establishes trust and supports their emotional well-being, which is critical before proceeding with further assessment or reporting.