NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who is receiving cancer chemotherapy asks the nurse if her fatigue has anything to do with the chemotherapy. What should the nurse include when responding to this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chemotherapy often causes anemia by reducing red blood cells, leading to fatigue, a common side effect.
Extract:
Prolonged expiration is common among COPDs and it suggests which of the following?
Question 2 of 5
Prolonged expiration is common among COPDs and it suggests which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prolonged expiration in COPD results from narrowed lower airways, obstructing airflow.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 11-year-old patient being treated for a fractured right femur with balanced suspension traction with a Thomas splint and Pearson attachment. The nurse notes that the patient's left leg is externally rotated. The nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A trochanter roll placed on the outer aspect of the thigh holds the hip in a neutral position and prevents external rotation, maintaining proper leg alignment. Resistive exercises or active movement (choices B and
C) do not address alignment, and instructing the patient (choice
D) is ineffective without physical support.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following indicates a hazard for a client on oxygen therapy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Synthetic gowns can generate static electricity, posing a fire hazard with oxygen. The other options are safety measures that reduce fire risk. Reduction of Risk Potential
Extract:
To best promote continued improvement in a patient's respiratory status after chest drainage is discontinued, the nurse should:
Question 5 of 5
To best promote continued improvement in a patient's respiratory status after chest drainage is discontinued, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing promote lung expansion and secretion clearance post-chest drainage.