NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who had a deep vein thrombosis is prescribed warfarin (Coumadin). Which factor in the client's history will be of most concern to the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Osteoarthritis may involve NSAID use, which increases bleeding risk with warfarin, requiring close monitoring.
Extract:
The patient delivered vaginally in small community.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a term neonate about neonate rooting reflex by.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stroking the cheek elicits the rooting reflex, guiding the neonate to feed.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer a medication via a nasogastric tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform FIRST?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking NG tube placement (e.g., via pH testing of aspirate) ensures the medication is delivered to the stomach, preventing aspiration. Crushing medication (
A) and flushing (
C) follow placement confirmation, and supine positioning (
D) increases aspiration risk.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing a developmental assessment on an 8 month-old. Which finding should be reported to the provider?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Falls forward when sitting. Sitting without support is expected at 8 months, indicating a developmental concern.
Extract:
Glucocorticoids:
Question 5 of 5
Glucocorticoids:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cortisol is the primary glucocorticoid, regulating metabolism and stress response.