NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An adult who recently had an amputation has an above-the-knee prosthesis. Which nursing action will do the most to help the client adjust to the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing self-management fosters independence and confidence with the prosthesis, promoting adjustment.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following is not considered one of the five rights of medication administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dose, client, drug, route and time are considered the five rights of medication.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is teaching diet restrictions for a client with Addison's disease. The client would indicate an understanding of the diet by stating
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The manifestations of Addison's disease due to mineralocorticoid deficiency, resulting from renal sodium wasting and potassium retention, include dehydration, hypotension, hyponatremia, hyperkalemia and acidosis.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing for a medical relief trip to West Africa and is concerned about a disruption in circadian rhythm from traveling across several time zones. Which supplement might help synchronize the body to environmental time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Melatonin helps regulate sleep-wake cycles and can mitigate jet lag.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is admitted with a possible detached retina. Which findings would the nurse expect during the admission assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Detached retina causes a visual field defect, like a blank area or curtain, due to retinal separation, unlike pain, halos (glaucoma), or tunnel vision.