NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman in a residence facility is having difficulty sleeping at night. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate initially?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A back rub and warm milk promote relaxation non-pharmacologically, addressing insomnia safely. Medication, walking, or tea (caffeine) are less appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
A client who has Mycoplasma pneumonia needs to go to the radiology department for a chest x-ray. What should the client wear?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A surgical mask prevents droplet transmission of Mycoplasma pneumonia during transport, protecting others.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with social anxiety disorder. Which of the following situations would most likely exacerbate the client's symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Speaking publicly, especially to peers, is highly likely to trigger social anxiety due to fear of scrutiny. Crowded stores, moving, and new providers may cause anxiety but are less intense triggers.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse knows that the mother understands the dietary instructions for her toddler who has iron deficiency anemia when the mother selects which foods?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ground beef and broccoli are iron-rich, and orange juice (vitamin
C) enhances iron absorption, ideal for iron deficiency anemia. Milk-heavy diets can inhibit iron absorption.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing new medication prescriptions for a client who has a suspected brain tumor. The client is scheduled for a CT scan of the head with IV iodinated contrast in 24 hours. The nurse should clarify the prescription for
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metformin should be held before and after iodinated contrast due to the risk of lactic acidosis if contrast-induced kidney injury occurs. Gabapentin, amlodipine, and phenytoin are safe with contrast.