NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of tuberculosis about treatment. Which statement indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stopping tuberculosis medications early can lead to relapse and drug resistance, indicating a need for further teaching about treatment adherence.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a history of heart failure reports sudden weight gain of 5 pounds in 2 days. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sudden weight gain in heart failure indicates fluid retention, a sign of decompensation, requiring immediate physician notification.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of hypothyroidism is prescribed levothyroxine. Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: TSH levels are monitored to assess the effectiveness of levothyroxine therapy and ensure proper thyroid hormone replacement.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client with a lower extremity cast. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Numbness in the toes suggests possible nerve compression or compartment syndrome, a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected dehydration. Which finding confirms this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Dry mucous membranes are a hallmark sign of dehydration due to reduced fluid volume in the body.