NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adolescent bodybuilder has been taking anabolic steroids to increase his weight and the size and definition of his muscles. Psychological effects of anabolic steroids include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Anabolic steroids can cause aggression and uncontrolled rage , known as 'roid rage.' Confusion , elation , and humor are not typical effects.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is prescribed warfarin (Coumadin) for atrial fibrillation. Which of the following lab values should the nurse monitor to determine the effectiveness of the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Warfarin’s anticoagulant effect is monitored via PT/INR, which assesses clotting time and therapeutic range for atrial fibrillation (typically INR 2.0–3.0). Platelet count, hemoglobin, and aPTT are not primary indicators for warfarin.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assessing the newborn of a mother with diabetes understands that hypoglycemia is related to what?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disruption of fetal glucose supply. After delivery, the high glucose levels which crossed the placenta to the fetus are suddenly stopped. The newborn continues to secrete insulin in anticipation of glucose. When oral feedings begin, the newborn will adjust insulin production within a day or two.
Question 4 of 5
The 5-minute Apgar of a baby delivered by C-section is recorded as 9. The most likely reason for this score is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cyanosis of the hands and feet (acrocyanosis) is common in newborns and may result in a 1-point deduction from a perfect Apgar score of 10.
Extract:
You're able to elicit a Babinski's response in your 9-month-old patient.
Question 5 of 5
This is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A positive Babinski's response is normal in infants up to 12–24 months due to immature corticospinal tracts.