NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who has just been diagnosed with diverticulitis asks the nurse if she will need a special diet. The nurse knows that the client should follow which type of diet?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low-residue diet minimizes intestinal bulk, reducing irritation in diverticulitis. High protein, low fat, or full liquid diets are not specifically indicated for diverticulitis management.
Extract:
Which is a characteristic of heart rate in atrial fibrillation (AF)?
Question 2 of 5
Which is a characteristic of heart rate in atrial fibrillation (AF)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Atrial fibrillation causes an irregular ventricular rhythm due to chaotic atrial activity.
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Question 3 of 5
The physician has scheduled a client with hyperopia for LASIK surgery. Which statement describes the procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The LASIK procedure uses an excimer laser to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. The superficial layers of the cornea are lifted, and laser impulses reshape the deeper corneal layers. Answer A refers to radial keratotomy, and answer B refers to photorefractive keratotomy, so they are incorrect. Answer D is an incorrect statement. Answers A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not describe LASIK surgery.
Extract:
The nurse is aware that discharge planning related to care of a child with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is aware that discharge planning related to care of a child with Duchenne's muscular dystrophy should include teaching the parents about:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Range of motion exercises maintain mobility and prevent contractures in Duchenne's muscular dystrophy.
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Question 5 of 5
A patient with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed methotrexate. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alcohol increases hepatotoxicity risk with methotrexate, a key concern in rheumatoid arthritis treatment. Food timing, vitamin C, and bedtime dosing are not critical.