NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A pregnant Asian client who is experiencing morning sickness wants to take ginger to relieve the nausea. Which of the following responses by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ginger is a recognized remedy for nausea, and consulting the physician respects the client's cultural preferences while ensuring safety. The other responses are dismissive or culturally insensitive. Physiological Adaptation
Extract:
A patient has been started on metformin for type 2 DM.
Question 2 of 5
You would tell your patient that the most common side effects of this drug are:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent side effects of metformin include nausea and abdominal discomfort. Liver and kidney function tests are recommended before starting and periodically thereafter.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
An agitated, confused client arrives in the emergency department. The client's history includes type 1 diabetes, hypertension, and angina pectoris. Assessment reveals pallor, diaphoresis, headache, and intense hunger. A stat blood glucose sample measures 42 mg/dl, and the client is treated for an acute hypoglycemic reaction. After recovery, the nurse teaches the client to treat hypoglycemia by ingesting:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
To reverse hypoglycemia, the American Diabetes Association recommends ingesting 10 to 15 g of a simple carbohydrate, such as three to five pieces of hard candy, two to three packets of sugar (4 to 6 tsp), or 4 oz of fruit juice. If necessary, this treatment can be repeated in 15 minutes. Ingesting only 2 to 5 g of a simple carbohydrate may not raise the blood glucose level sufficiently. Ingesting more than 15 g may raise it above normal, causing hyperglycemia.
Extract:
The nurse would expect an elderly client with a hearing loss caused by aging to have:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would expect an elderly client with a hearing loss caused by aging to have:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Presbycusis, age-related hearing loss, results from inner ear damage.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Which comment, if made by the client, indicates adjustment to the diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about injection ease reflects acceptance and engagement with self-management, indicating adjustment. Other comments show denial or secrecy.