NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with alcohol use disorder who is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, preventing seizures and delirium. Haloperidol, fluoxetine, and lithium treat unrelated conditions.
Extract:
A patient has an anaphylactic reaction within the 1st half hour after an IV infusion containing Ampicillin is started.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse understands that the symptoms occurring during an anaphylactic reaction are the result of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Anaphylaxis causes bronchoconstriction and vasodilation, leading to respiratory distress and hypotension.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
To remove hard contact lenses from an unresponsive client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring the lens is on the cornea and gently manipulating the lids prevents corneal damage during removal. Grasping or irrigating may cause injury, and sterile gloves are unnecessary unless infection is present. Basic Care and Comfort
Extract:
Prolonged expiration is common among COPDs and it suggests which of the following?
Question 4 of 5
Prolonged expiration is common among COPDs and it suggests which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prolonged expiration in COPD results from narrowed lower airways, obstructing airflow.
Extract:
Therapy for Valerie who has Addison's disease is aimed chiefly at
Question 5 of 5
dietary supplements to increase the potassium level.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of mineralcorticoids causes hyponatremia, hypovolemia, and hyperkalemia. Dietary modification and administration of cortical hormones are aimed at correcting these electrolyte imbalances.