NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is being discharged on a low-sodium, low-fat diet. Which menu, if selected by the client, indicates an understanding of the diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
Tossed salad, baked skinless chicken, and applesauce are low in sodium and fat, aligning with the prescribed diet.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assisting at a disaster shelter setup following a devastating earthquake. What is the most common problem the nurse is likely to see in those who come to the shelter?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stress is the most common issue post-disaster due to trauma and displacement, affecting most survivors. Thirst, injuries, or medical exacerbations are less universal.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a total abdominal hysterectomy 2 days ago. The client reports hearing music coming from the television, which is turned off. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking the medication record identifies potential causes of hallucinations, such as opioids or anesthetics. Timing, vital signs, and TV checks are secondary to ruling out medication effects.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for Rh immunoglobulin. The client has an Rh-negative blood type and gave birth 24 hours ago to a newborn who has an Rh-positive blood type. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rh immunoglobulin prevents antibody formation against Rh-positive fetal blood, given within 72 hours postpartum. The prenatal dose is separate, 6 weeks is too late, and 3-month testing is not standard.
Question 5 of 5
The clinic nurse evaluates a client’s response to levothyroxine after 8 weeks of treatment. What therapeutic responses to the medication should the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Levothyroxine corrects hypothyroidism, normalizing heart rate (88/min), improving mood, and increasing energy. Skin should be warm/moist, and weight loss is expected, not gain.