NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is to present information about Chinese folk medicine to a group of student nurses. Based on this cultural belief system, the nurse would explain that illness is attributed to the
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Yin, the negative force that represents darkness, cold, and emptiness. Excessive Yin is believed to cause illness in Chinese folk medicine.
Extract:
A 35-year-old male has been an insulin-dependent diabetic for five years and now is unable to urinate.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following would you most likely suspect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Autonomic neuropathy can impair bladder function, causing urinary retention in long-term diabetes.
Extract:
Thrombus formation is a danger for all post operative patients. The nurse should act independently to prevent this complication by:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should act independently to prevent this complication by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In-bed exercises promote venous return, reducing the risk of thrombus formation.
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Question 4 of 5
An adult is to have a paracentesis performed today. What should the nurse do before the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the bladder before paracentesis prevents accidental puncture of the bladder during needle insertion into the abdominal cavity. Fluid intake, NPO status, or premedication are not immediate pre-procedure priorities.
Question 5 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.