NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing fall-prevention teaching to the spouse of a 78-year-old client who recently experienced a stroke. What suggestion by the nurse is most effective in preventing falls?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing rugs and installing grab bars (
C) directly addresses environmental hazards, the most effective fall prevention strategy. Rising slowly (
A), using a walker (
B), or hiring an aide (
D) are helpful but less comprehensive.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following infractions can result in the revocation of the nurse's license?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A felony conviction can lead to license revocation due to its impact on professional integrity. Natural disaster response, negligence, or unpaid fees may have other consequences but are less likely to cause revocation.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to the parent of a child who has a new diagnosis of absence seizures. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Staring and inattention (
C) are hallmark signs of absence seizures. Incontinence (
A) and confusion (
B) are more typical of other seizures, and odors (
D) suggest an aura, not typical in absence seizures.
Question 4 of 5
Postoperative orders for a client undergoing a mitral valve replacement include monitoring pulmonary artery pressure together with pulmonary capillary wedge pressure with a pulmonary artery catheter. The purpose of these actions by the nurse is to assess
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Left ventricular end-diastolic pressure. The pulmonary capillary wedge pressure is reflective of left ventricular end-diastolic pressure, assessing the heart's ability to pump effectively.
Question 5 of 5
A newborn has been diagnosed with hypothyroidism. In discussing the condition and treatment with the family, the nurse should emphasize
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administration of thyroid hormone will prevent problems. Early identification and continued treatment with hormone replacement corrects this condition.