NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with a peptic ulcer. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Omeprazole, a proton pump inhibitor, reduces acid production, promoting peptic ulcer healing. Metformin, lisinopril, and furosemide treat unrelated conditions.
Extract:
Health teachings on foods rich in folic acid on a pregnant mother to prevent complications on a growing fetus is under:
Question 2 of 5
Health teachings on foods rich in folic acid on a pregnant mother to prevent complications on a growing fetus is under:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Folic acid education is primary prevention, reducing the risk of neural tube defects.
Extract:
A patient with complaints of loss of peripheral vision
Question 3 of 5
A patient with complaints of loss of peripheral vision is suspected to have
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Glaucoma causes peripheral vision loss due to increased intraocular pressure.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients on the neurology unit. What would be the MOST appropriate action for the nurse to take after noting that a client suddenly developed a fixed and dilated pupil?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A fixed and dilated pupil is a neurological emergency, often indicating increased intracranial pressure (ICP) or brain herniation. Immediate physician notification is critical for timely intervention. Reassessing in five minutes delays care, checking visual acuity is irrelevant, and lowering the bed could worsen ICP.
Extract:
The PN may appropriately delegate which of the following to the nursing assistant?
Question 5 of 5
Take the patient's vital signs before starting a blood transfusion.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking vital signs is within the nursing assistant's scope, unlike central line care, suctioning, or assessing chest pain.