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
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following nursing diagnoses might be appropriate as Parkinson's disease progresses and complications develop?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parkinson's disease leads to motor symptoms like rigidity and shuffling gait, causing impaired physical mobility. The other diagnoses are not typically associated with Parkinson's disease complications. Reduction of Risk Potential
Question 3 of 5
A 3 year-old child comes to the pediatric clinic after the sudden onset of findings that include irritability, thick muffled voice, croaking on inspiration, skin hot to touch, sits leaning forward, tongue protruding, drooling and suprasternal retractions. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These findings suggest a medical emergency and may be due to epiglottitis. Any child with an acute onset of an inflammatory response in the mouth and throat should receive immediate attention in a facility equipped to perform intubation or a tracheostomy in the event of further or complete obstruction.
Question 4 of 5
While installing electrical wiring in the intensive care unit, the workmen start an electrical fire. The nurse's first action when caring for a ventilator-dependent client should be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Removing the ventilator-dependent client with an Ambu bag ensures safety from the fire. Extinguishing, notifying, or activating the alarm are secondary.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning the assignment of tasks for the day. Which factors would the nurse remain mindful of when delegating tasks? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Delegation requires matching tasks to staff competencies based on client acuity and needs, ensuring safety and efficiency. Staff requests, room clustering, and discharges are secondary considerations that do not directly impact safe delegation.