NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is admitted with Addison's disease. What type of drug does the nurse expect will be ordered for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fludrocortisone replaces aldosterone in Addison's disease, managing sodium and fluid balance. Fosinopril, furosemide, and fludarabine do not address adrenal insufficiency.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse is collecting data on a client at 22 weeks gestation during a prenatal visit. Which finding is most concerning?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lisinopril is contraindicated in pregnancy due to the risk of fetal harm and requires immediate discontinuation.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is not considered one of the five rights of medication administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dose, client, drug, route and time are considered the five rights of medication.
Question 4 of 5
During a situation of pain management, which statement is a priority to consider for the ethical guidelines of the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client's self-report is the most important consideration. Pain is a complex phenomenon that is perceived differently by each individual. Pain is whatever the client says it is. The other statements are correct but not the most important considerations.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing recommended dietary modifications with a client with celiac disease. Which of the following menu selections by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Corn tortillas, grilled chicken with potato/yogurt, and rice noodles are gluten-free, suitable for celiac disease. Barley and wheat contain gluten.