NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is admitted with a possible detached retina. Which findings would the nurse expect during the admission assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Detached retina causes a visual field defect, like a blank area or curtain, due to retinal separation, unlike pain, halos (glaucoma), or tunnel vision.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is discharging a client who is receiving lithium for treatment of a bipolar disorder. It is most important for the nurse to reinforce which instruction to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lithium can cause polyuria and polydipsia due to its effect on renal function. These symptoms may indicate lithium toxicity or diabetes insipidus, which require immediate medical attention.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor has ordered 1 mg of Stadol (butorphanol) to be given IM. The medication is available in 4 mg per mL. The nurse should administer:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculate: 1 mg ÷ 4 mg/mL = 0.25 mL. This ensures the correct dose of Stadol is administered.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who recently had an amputation has an above-the-knee prosthesis. Which nursing action will do the most to help the client adjust to the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing self-management fosters independence and confidence with the prosthesis, promoting adjustment.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching for the parents of a child with impetigo. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates correct understanding of teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Hand hygiene, separating laundry, keeping nails short, and recognizing the contagious nature of impetigo are correct. Cleaning with alcohol is inappropriate as it may irritate the skin.