NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult has injured her ankle and asks her neighbor, a nurse, for assistance. The ankle appears swollen, and the client cannot move it without severe pain. Before arranging transport to the emergency room, which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevation reduces swelling and pain in an acute ankle injury, preparing for safe transport to the ER.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following might be an appropriate nursing diagnosis for an epileptic client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Epilepsy increases the risk of injury due to seizures, which can cause falls or trauma. The other diagnoses are not directly related to epilepsy. Reduction of Risk Potential
Question 3 of 5
A woman had a hysterectomy this morning. She asks the nurse why she has to wear 'these uncomfortable stockings on my legs.' How should the nurse reply?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Compression stockings prevent deep vein thrombosis by promoting venous return, critical post-surgery.
Question 4 of 5
A client is taking hydrocodone (Vicodin) for chronic back pain. The client has required an increase in the dose and asks whether this means he is addicted to Vicodin. The nurse should base her reply on the knowledge that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
Tolerance, requiring higher doses for the same effect, is common with long-term opioid use and does not equate to addiction. Addiction involves psychological dependence, not described here. Psychosocial Integrity
Extract:
Which of the following is the most important physical assessment parameter the nurse would consider when assessing fluid and electrolyte balance?
Question 5 of 5
Skin turgor
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intake and output provide the most direct measure of fluid balance.