NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypertension about medication adherence. Which statement indicates understanding?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking antihypertensive medication as prescribed daily ensures consistent blood pressure control and prevents complications.
Question 2 of 5
A client with cirrhosis is at risk for which complication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatic encephalopathy is a common complication of cirrhosis due to the liver's inability to detoxify ammonia, leading to neurological symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of type 2 diabetes is prescribed metformin. Which side effect should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Metformin can rarely cause lactic acidosis, a life-threatening condition, especially in clients with renal impairment, requiring careful monitoring.
Question 4 of 5
A physician orders postural drainage for a client with pneumonia. Which nursing action best facilitates a therapeutic outcome for the client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Deep coughing during and after postural drainage helps mobilize and expel mucus from the lungs, enhancing the effectiveness of the procedure in treating pneumonia.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with suspected appendicitis. Which assessment finding is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rebound tenderness in the right lower quadrant is a classic sign of appendicitis, indicating peritoneal irritation and the potential for rupture, which is a medical emergency.