NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who is scheduled for several diagnostic tests says to the nurse, 'I am worried about too much exposure to x-rays.' When responding to the client, the nurse understands that which of the tests scheduled for the client will involve x-ray exposure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: CT scans, cardiac catheterization, and barium enemas use x-rays for imaging, unlike MRI (magnetic fields), thyroid scans (radioisotopes), or nerve conduction tests (electrical).
Extract:
When assessing an individual with a spontaneous pneumothorax, there is a danger of mediastinal shift.
Question 2 of 5
Mediastinal shift is described as:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mediastinal shift involves tracheal deviation to the unaffected side due to pressure imbalance.
Extract:
A nurse assigned to the pediatric unit has the following patients.
Question 3 of 5
Which one should be given priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Altered consciousness in an infant is a critical sign requiring immediate assessment for neurological issues.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is working in a community outreach program for foster children plans care, knowing that which health conditions are common in this population? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E,F
Rationale: Foster children often face chronic stress and unstable environments, increasing risks for asthma (due to environmental factors), sleep problems, aggressive behavior, and ADHD. Claustrophobia and bipolar disorder are less commonly associated with this population.
Extract:
Which of the following group of clinical manifestations are seen hyperthyroidism?
Question 5 of 5
Palpations, tachycardia, cold intolerance.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism causes tachycardia, weight loss, and diarrhea due to increased metabolism.