NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is on long-term aspirin therapy and complains of tinnitus. Which interpretation by the nurse is accurate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Tinnitus is a sign of aspirin toxicity (salicylism), indicating a minor overdose. It's not an expected effect, and GI bleed would present with other symptoms like melena.
Question 2 of 5
A patient with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is experiencing flashbacks. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A safe, calm environment reduces flashback intensity and promotes grounding. Avoiding discussion delays therapy, trigger exposure requires controlled settings, and isolation worsens symptoms.
Extract:
Illusion:
Question 3 of 5
Illusion:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An illusion is a misperception of a real stimulus, unlike a hallucination.
Extract:
Which of the following lab finding is a strong indicator of DIC?
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following lab finding is a strong indicator of DIC?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated D-dimer indicates fibrin degradation, a hallmark of DIC.
Extract:
Which of the following is the appropriate narcotic-analgesic ordered to provide pain relief on the patient with pancreatitis?
Question 5 of 5
Codeine 30 mgs.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Demerol is preferred for pancreatitis to avoid morphine's effect on the sphincter of Oddi.