NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman is being treated for severe depression. During the acute phase of her illness, which of these measures should have priority in her care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Physical care, such as ensuring nutrition and hygiene, is the priority in severe depression to maintain health when the client cannot.
Question 2 of 5
A client says to the nurse, 'I have something to tell you because I know you can keep a secret.' To respond to his statement, the nurse should make which of these remarks?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nurse must maintain professionalism and transparency, as confidentiality cannot be guaranteed if the information involves safety or treatment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing the 18-year-old diagnosed with mumps. Which findings should be most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Headache, stiff neck, and photophobia suggest meningitis, a serious complication of mumps requiring urgent intervention.
Question 4 of 5
An adult says to the nurse, 'The doctor said I have a carcinoma, and my friend has a sarcoma. What is the difference?' What should the nurse include in the response?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Carcinomas arise from epithelial tissues (e.g., GI tract, breast), while sarcomas originate from connective tissues (e.g., bone), accurately distinguishing their tissue origins.
Question 5 of 5
In planning care for a client with a platelet count of 8000 and a WBC of 8000, the nurse can expect to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A low platelet count (8000) increases bleeding risk, but strict hand washing is critical for infection prevention, as WBC of 8000 is normal but still warrants vigilance.