NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult is to have a paracentesis performed today. What should the nurse do before the procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the bladder before paracentesis prevents accidental puncture of the bladder during needle insertion into the abdominal cavity. Fluid intake, NPO status, or premedication are not immediate pre-procedure priorities.
Extract:
Most asthmatic attacks respond to Epinephrine (Adrenalin)
Question 2 of 5
Most asthmatic attacks respond to Epinephrine (Adrenalin) and it may be used as a therapeutic agent in the treatment of some allergic conditions because it:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Epinephrine dilates bronchi, relieving bronchospasm in asthma and allergic reactions.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A client with Anemia has been prescribed liquid iron. Which would the nurse expect to be included in the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liquid iron should be administered through a straw to prevent dental staining. Answers B, C, and D are not correct instructions for taking liquid iron, so they are incorrect.
Extract:
A male patient with thrombophlebitis is apprehensive about the possibility of a clot reaching his heart, causing sudden death.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse's initial intervention should be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clarifying that thrombophlebitis clots rarely reach the heart addresses the patient's fear directly.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A woman has just started receiving external radiation therapy. When the nurse enters the client's room, she notes that the client is scrubbing the area vigorously with soap and water. When asked about her actions, the woman replies that she is trying to get rid of the ugly purple marks. What is the best action for the nurse at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Radiation marks guide precise targeting; explaining their necessity prevents removal and ensures effective treatment.