NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is almost ready for discharge. She has a complicated care regimen to follow. When conducting client teaching, the nurse notes that the client cannot recall basic information that was discussed the day before. The client also appears distracted. When asked if she is feeling comfortable about leaving the hospital, she states, 'There's just too much to learn. I know I'm going to get home and mess something up.' The nurse realizes that the client may be experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Difficulty recalling information and expressed worry about managing care suggest moderate anxiety, impairing learning but not reaching panic.
Question 2 of 5
The precepting nurse supervising a graduate practical nurse would need to intervene when the graduate nurse violates the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act with which action? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Accessing unassigned records , sharing results with a clerk , and writing names on a public whiteboard violate HIPAA. Sharing relevant care info and private questioning are permissible.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is discussing iron deficiency anemia with a community group. Which of the following persons are at risk for iron deficiency anemia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale:
Toddlers drinking excessive milk, adolescent females (due to menstruation), pregnant women (increased iron demand), and elderly on fixed incomes (poor diet) are at risk. Sickle cell anemia and African-American males are not specific risk factors.
Question 4 of 5
The registered nurse (RN) is making decisions regarding client room assignments on a pediatric unit. Which possible roommate would be most appropriate for a 3 year-old child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with nephrotic syndrome are at high risk for development of infections as a result of the standard use of immunosuppressant therapy, as well as from the accumulation of fluid (edema).
Therefore, these children must be protected from sources of possible infection.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse prepares for a Denver Screening of a 3 year-old child in the clinic. The mother asks the nurse to explain the purpose of the test. What is the nurse's best response about the purpose of the Denver?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: It assesses a child's development. The Denver test screens for developmental milestones in young children.