NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A thyroid scan, a cardiac catheterization, a gallbladder x-ray, and an intravenous pyelogram are ordered for a client. Which test should the nurse schedule to be done first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thyroid scans use radioactive iodine, which can interfere with other tests' contrast agents or imaging. Scheduling it first prevents interaction with cardiac catheterization, gallbladder x-ray, or IVP.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a 6-month-old client admitted with bacterial meningitis. Which nursing action is the priority?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Prompt antibiotic therapy is critical to treat bacterial meningitis and prevent complications or death, making it the priority. A, B, and C are important but secondary; padding prevents injury, daily head circumference monitors for hydrocephalus, and a low-stimuli environment reduces seizure risk, but none address the infection directly.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with histrionic personality disorder. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect to observe?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by attention-seeking and overly dramatic behaviors. The other options describe different personality disorders.
Question 4 of 5
A client with osteoporosis has been advised to increase the amount of calcium in her diet. Which food provides the most calcium?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An 8-ounce glass of milk provides ~300 mg of calcium, more than cheese (B, ~200 mg/oz), broccoli (C, ~20 mg/half cup), or salmon (D, ~180 mg/4 oz).
Question 5 of 5
A 64-year-old client is prescribed ciprofloxacin for a urinary tract infection. The nurse reminds the client to observe for and notify the health care provider immediately about which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ciprofloxacin is associated with Achilles tendon rupture, a serious side effect requiring immediate reporting. Other symptoms are less specific.