NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
After a prolonged surgical procedure, the client reports unilateral leg pain. Which client assessment finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Calf asymmetry of 4 cm suggests deep vein thrombosis, a critical postoperative complication. Pain is nonspecific, negative Homan sign is unreliable, and varicose veins are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
A football player is well paid for his superior athletic ability. Described by his friends as quiet and brooding, on the field he is known for his overly aggressive plays. The client's behavior is an example of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sublimation involves channeling emotions (e.g., aggression) into socially acceptable outlets, like sports. Displacement, conversion, and repression do not fit.
Question 3 of 5
After the shift report in a labor and delivery unit which of these clients would the nurse check first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This client has an actual complication. The others present with findings of potential complications. The adolescent’s symptoms suggest a serious condition, possibly pulmonary edema or fetal demise, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to obtain a urine specimen for urinalysis from an 18-month-old client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An adhesive collection bag is non-invasive and effective for toddlers. Catheterization is invasive, a cup is impractical, and a dipstick is inaccurate.
Question 5 of 5
Because a client is scheduled for a liver biopsy, the nurse should check to be sure that which laboratory test results have been received?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Liver biopsy carries a risk of bleeding due to the liver's vascular nature. Prothrombin time assesses clotting ability, critical to ensure the client can safely undergo the procedure without excessive bleeding risk. Electrolytes, CBC, and creatinine are less directly related to bleeding risk.