NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman is admitted with Hodgkin's disease. Which does the nurse expect the client to report?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hodgkin's disease typically presents with painless swollen lymph nodes, a hallmark symptom the nurse should expect.
Question 2 of 5
Which interventions does the nurse perform to promote normal rest and sleep patterns for a critically ill client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Dimming lights (
A), opening blinds in the morning (
C), and scheduling activities during the day (
D) promote circadian rhythms and rest. Leaving the TV on (
B) may disrupt sleep, and turning off alarms (E) compromises safety.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse administers the prescribed dose of hydromorphone 2 mg to a client who had knee replacement surgery 2 days ago. Which assessment finding is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Falling asleep mid-conversation (
A) may indicate opioid-induced respiratory depression, a life-threatening concern. Constipation (
B), emesis (
C), and pruritus (
D) are less urgent side effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is instructing the client with a fractured femur in crutch walking. When instructing the client in the best method of manipulating stairs, the nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: For ascending stairs, lead with the unaffected leg to bear weight, followed by crutches and affected leg. This ensures stability and safety.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Guillain-Barré syndrome after a recent gastrointestinal illness. Monitoring for which symptom is a nursing care priority in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inability to cough or lift the head (
C) indicates respiratory muscle weakness, a life-threatening complication in Guillain-Barré syndrome, making it the priority.