NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A Spanish-speaking client is admitted for a small bowel obstruction. The surgeon explains to the client's child, who speaks both Spanish and English, that an exploratory laparotomy is needed to determine the cause of the obstruction and that possible causes include intestinal adhesions and ovarian or colon cancer. The surgeon asks the child to translate this information for the client and assist with translating the consent form. Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a trained interpreter ensures accurate, unbiased communication. Witnessing or reinforcing perpetuates the error, and reporting is premature.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse on the mental health unit is caring for assigned clients. The nurse should first check the client with
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hopelessness and depressed mood in PTSD indicate suicide risk, requiring immediate assessment. OCD behavior , poor intake , and mania are less urgent but still need attention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has been started on sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim for a urinary tract infection. It is most important for the nurse to follow up on which client statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A rash may indicate an allergic reaction, requiring urgent follow-up. Frequent urination , burning , and cloudy urine are UTI symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse at outpatient clinic is returning phone calls that have been made to the clinic. Which of the following calls should have the highest priority for medical intervention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The patient experiencing neurovascular changes should have the highest priority. Pain following a TKR is normal, and breakdown over the heels is a gradual process. Moreover, a subacute ankle sprain is almost never a medical emergency.
Question 5 of 5
A client with AIDS shows symptoms of herpes simplex stomatitis. Which drug therapy can be anticipated for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acyclovir is an antiviral drug used to treat herpes simplex infections, including stomatitis in AIDS patients.