NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care for an elderly patient with dementia. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A structured routine reduces confusion and promotes safety in dementia. Complex decisions overwhelm, social interactions benefit, and activity supports health.
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Physical findings commonly seen in hypothyroidism include:
Question 2 of 5
Coarse hair, thin brittle nails
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coarse hair and thin brittle nails are classic signs of hypothyroidism due to decreased metabolic rate.
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Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person who is admitted with progressive amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). What nursing care measure should the nurse expect to be ordered for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ALS causes respiratory muscle weakness; chest PT helps clear secretions, preventing pneumonia. Dressings, fluids, or catheters are not primary.
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You were about to give AM care, a patient requested for pain medication after returning from surgery 24 hours ago.
Question 4 of 5
What do you do first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vital signs must be assessed before administering pain medication to ensure the patient is stable and to establish a baseline.
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Question 5 of 5
The physician orders palifermin (Kepivance) 60 mcg/kg to be administered daily. The client weighs 35 kg. The medication is supplied 5 mg/mL. How many mL would you administer?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dose: 60 mcg/kg × 35 kg = 2100 mcg = 2.1 mg. 2.1 mg ÷ 5 mg/mL = 0.42 mL. Other options are incorrect calculations.