NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing prenatal education to a group of pregnant women. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Alcohol avoidance prevents fetal alcohol syndrome, folic acid reduces neural tube defects, low-impact exercise is safe, and caffeine limits reduce risks. OTC medications require provider approval.
Extract:
In a cardiovascular emergency, which arteries should you palpate to assess the patient's pulse?
Question 2 of 5
In a cardiovascular emergency, which arteries should you palpate to assess the patient's pulse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Carotid and femoral arteries provide reliable pulses in emergencies, reflecting central circulation.
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Question 3 of 5
A schizophrenic client talks animatedly but the staff are unable to understand what the client is communicating. The client is observed mumbling to herself and speaking to the radio. A desirable outcome for this client's care will be
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Engages in meaningful and understandable verbal communication. The outcome addresses the impaired verbal communication deficit observed in the client.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with chronic kidney disease is receiving hemodialysis. Which of the following assessments is most important before starting the dialysis session?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Blood pressure assessment prevents complications like hypotension during dialysis, a common risk in renal failure. Respiratory rate, heart rate, and temperature are monitored but less critical.
Question 5 of 5
The nursing assistant reports that a client who is on a high-protein diet is eating only the fruits and vegetables on the meal tray. The nurse notes that the client is from the country of India. The nurse talks with the client. Which response by the nurse is likely to do most to help the client meet nutritional needs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Offering a vegetarian diet respects cultural preferences common in India, increasing adherence to nutritional needs. Asking about taste, favorite foods, or emphasizing the diet's importance is less effective.