NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is admitted with arteriosclerosis obliterans. Which finding would the nurse most expect to see in this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Arteriosclerosis obliterans reduces arterial blood flow, causing cool extremities, especially in the legs. Swelling is more related to venous issues, cold-induced hand pain suggests Raynaud's, and BP is unrelated.
Question 2 of 5
An adult is admitted for surgery for a secreting adrenal tumor. In the immediate postoperative period, which nursing action will be highest priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Adrenal tumor resection may cause adrenal insufficiency; administering adrenal hormones is critical to replace deficient cortisol, preventing crisis. Liquids, breathing exercises, and pain management are secondary.
Extract:
A patient who has recently experienced a thrombotic CVA
Question 3 of 5
A patient who has recently experienced a thrombotic CVA will most likely receive which of the following treatments?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin is used to prevent further clot formation in thrombotic CVA.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following indicates a hazard for a client on oxygen therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Synthetic gowns can generate static electricity, posing a fire hazard with oxygen. The other options are safety measures that reduce fire risk. Reduction of Risk Potential
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a deep vein thrombosis. Which of the following signs and/or symptoms would the nurse anticipate finding?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Swelling of lower extremity. The most common signs of deep vein thrombosis are pain in the region of the thrombus and unilateral swelling distal to the site.