NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A woman who has emphysema is on continuous oxygen therapy. She appears anxious and short of breath. Her husband increases the oxygen flow to 6 L/min. The nurse knows this action is most likely to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increasing oxygen flow in emphysema can suppress the hypoxic drive, risking respiratory depression, a serious concern.
Question 2 of 5
The provider orders potassium chloride 1.25 mEq for a pediatric client. The solution contains 45 mEq per 15 mL. How many mL will you administer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: (1.25 mEq ÷ 45 mEq) × 15 mL = 0.4167 mL, rounded to 0.42 mL for practical administration. Other options are miscalculations.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) (hyperalimentation and lipids). What is the priority nursing action on every 8 hour shift?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Because of the high dextrose and protein content in parenteral nutrition, the nurse should assess the urine at least every 8 hours.
Extract:
Which of the following patients should you take care of first?
Question 4 of 5
A patient who is incontinent and needs to be changed.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Suctioning addresses airway clearance, a priority over incontinence, dressing changes, or pain management.
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Question 5 of 5
The licensed practical nurse is caring for a client with congestive heart failure. The nurse should immediately report the presence of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pink, frothy sputum indicates pulmonary edema, a life-threatening complication of CHF requiring immediate reporting. Edema, shortness of breath, and weak pulses are expected but less urgent.