NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A throat culture is positive for Streptococcus. An antibiotic is prescribed. Which question is it essential for the nurse to ask the client before administering the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Streptococcal infections are commonly treated with penicillin or related antibiotics. Asking about penicillin allergies is critical to prevent anaphylaxis. Sulfa, vitamins, or alcohol are less relevant.
Extract:
The nurse would expect an elderly client with a hearing loss caused by aging to have:
Question 2 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 3 of 5
During a routine examination, the nurse notes that the client seems unusually anxious. Anxiety can affect the genitourinary system by:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Anxiety may stimulate or hinder micturition. Its most noticeable effect is to cause frequent voiding and urinary urgency. However, when anxiety leads to generalized muscle tension, it may hinder urination because the perineal muscles must relax to complete micturition. Anxiety doesn't slow the glomerular filtration rate, increase sodium resorption, or decrease potassium excretion.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about erythema infectiosum. Which of the following factors are not correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erythema infectiosum (Fifth disease) is common in adults, contrary to the statement. The other factors are correct: it typically presents with a 'slapped face' rash, no fever, and a characteristic rash. Safety and Infection Control
Question 5 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.