NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Patient education for hypothyroidism would include instructing the patient that
Question 1 of 5
After 2 months they may discontinue their thyroid medication.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Due to inadequate T3 and T4 in hypothyroidism, thyroid preparations are taken for a lifetime to maintain normal metabolism.
Extract:
Teach family members caring for a patient with dementia to
Question 2 of 5
Teach family members caring for a patient with dementia to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Familiarity reduces confusion and agitation in dementia patients.
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Question 3 of 5
A 17-year-old client is admitted following a seizure. That evening, the nurse goes into the room and notes that the client has obviously been crying. The client says, 'Now that I have epilepsy, I am a freak.' What is the best initial response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's feelings validates their emotional distress, fostering therapeutic communication. Reassurance or minimization dismisses their concerns, hindering rapport.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain management is the priority in acute pancreatitis to reduce patient distress and pancreatic stimulation. NG tubes, fluids, and ambulation follow based on orders and condition.
Question 5 of 5
The primary physiological alteration in the development of asthma is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Asthma is primarily driven by bronchiolar smooth muscle spasm, causing airway narrowing and obstruction. Inflammation and mucus hypersecretion are secondary contributors.