NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is delegating tasks to a nursing assistant. Which of the following tasks is appropriate to delegate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assisting with ambulation is within a nursing assistant’s scope, promoting safety and mobility. Medication administration, sterile procedures, and care planning require licensed nurse skills.
Extract:
Gout is more prevalent in which of the following:
Question 2 of 5
Men
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gout has a higher prevalence in middle-aged or older men due to hormonal and metabolic factors.
Extract:
A 30-year-old pregnant mother, in her third trimester, asks the community nurse what position is best for her to prevent heartburn.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse correctly recommends the
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed post-meals prevents reflux, reducing heartburn.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
When taking a dietary history from a newly admitted client, the nurse should remember that which of the following foods is a common allergen?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Common food allergens include berries, peanuts, Brazil nuts, cashews, shellfish, and eggs. Bread, carrots, and oranges rarely cause allergic reactions.
Question 5 of 5
An adult has returned to the nursing care unit following abdominal surgery. She has an order for meperidine IM PRN for severe pain or acetaminophen #3 PO PRN for mild to moderate pain. The nurse asks the client if she is experiencing pain now, and she states, 'Yes, I am.' What is the most appropriate initial action for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing pain location and degree using a scale determines the appropriate medication (mild vs. severe), ensuring tailored pain management.