NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is receiving nasal oxygen at 6 L/min. The client asks the nurse why the oxygen is humidified. What should the nurse include when responding to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Humidification prevents nasal mucosal drying and discomfort at higher oxygen flow rates like 6 L/min, not fire prevention, concentration increase, or bacterial reduction.
Question 2 of 5
A client with a below-the-knee amputation is experiencing phantom limb pain. Which action by the nurse would be most effective in relieving the pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a TENS unit can help relieve phantom limb pain by stimulating nerves and reducing pain signals. Acknowledging the pain is supportive but does not directly relieve it. Elevating the stump may help with swelling but not specifically phantom pain. Rewrapping the stump may provide comfort but is less effective than TENS for pain relief.
Question 3 of 5
A 9-year-old with type 1 diabetes takes insulin glargine and NPH regularly. While at school, the client becomes shaky, diaphoretic, and pale. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shakiness, diaphoresis, and pallor indicate hypoglycemia. Providing 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates, such as 4 oz of a regular soft drink, is the first-line treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discussing the concept of parallel play with parents of toddlers. Which statement should the nurse include to describe this type of play?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Parallel play is characteristic of toddlers, where children play alongside each other without significant interaction, focusing on their own activities.
Question 5 of 5
What is the major developmental task that the mother must accomplish during the first trimester of pregnancy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Acceptance of the pregnancy. During the first trimester the maternal focus is directed toward acceptance of the pregnancy and adjustment to the minor discomforts.