NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A patient with schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal). Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risperidone, an antipsychotic, commonly causes extrapyramidal symptoms (e.g., tremors, rigidity), requiring monitoring. Weight gain, not loss, is typical, and hyperactivity or insomnia are less common.
Question 2 of 5
The licensed practical nurse is making assignments for the nursing assistant. Which client should be assigned to the nursing assistant?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A client with total knee repair is stable and suitable for a nursing assistant's care (e.g., basic mobility, hygiene). Alzheimer's , laparotomy , and diverticulitis require more complex nursing assessments.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with bleeding from esophageal varices. The factor that most likely contributed to the development of esophageal varices is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heavy alcohol consumption causes portal hypertension, leading to esophageal varices. Hydrocarbons , obesity , and vegetarianism are not direct causes.
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Bradykinesia:
Question 4 of 5
Bradykinesia:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bradykinesia is slow initiation of movement, common in Parkinson's disease.
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Question 5 of 5
A client with polysubstance abuse has been admitted to the hospital for detoxification. Which of the following drugs represents the most serious life-threatening situation during the withdrawal period?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Secobarbital, a barbiturate, poses the most serious risk during withdrawal, as it can lead to life-threatening seizures and delirium. Methadone and heroin withdrawal are uncomfortable but less likely to be fatal, and cocaine withdrawal is primarily psychological.