NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is admitted to a detoxification unit for withdrawal from alcohol. Which medication does the nurse expect will be ordered for the client upon admission?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Thiamin (vitamin B1) prevents Wernicke's encephalopathy, a common complication in alcohol withdrawal due to deficiency.
Question 2 of 5
A 15-month-old child with Hirschsprung's disease comes for a checkup. The mother reports all of the following. Which indicates a need for more instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting physical activity is unnecessary and may hinder development in Hirschsprung's disease; enemas, low-residue diet, and stool softeners are appropriate for managing constipation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a dose of digoxin (Lanoxin) to a client with heart failure. The client’s apical pulse is 56 beats per minute. The nurse should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digoxin can cause bradycardia, and a pulse below 60 bpm warrants holding the dose and notifying the physician to prevent toxicity. Administering (
A) or reducing (
C) is unsafe, and rechecking (
D) delays intervention.
Extract:
What should the nurse do in order for the participants get necessary information about changing their attitudes towards the issues of breast cancer prevention?
Question 4 of 5
Invite a speaker from the Cancer Society.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A survivor's story can emotionally engage participants, encouraging attitude changes toward prevention.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following conditions is mammography used to detect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mammography is a screening tool used to detect breast tumors or cysts. It does not diagnose pain, edema, or epilepsy. Reduction of Risk Potential