NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An elderly man tells the nurse that all his family members mumble when they talk. How should the nurse respond to this statement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Perceiving speech as mumbling is a common sign of hearing loss in the elderly, warranting a hearing test.
Question 2 of 5
Allopurinol (Zyloprim) is ordered for the client who is receiving cancer chemotherapy. What instruction should the nurse give the client because allopurinol is ordered?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allopurinol prevents uric acid buildup from chemotherapy; increased water intake promotes excretion, reducing kidney damage risk.
Question 3 of 5
An elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease refuses to eat and begins to lose weight. Which approach by the nurse will likely be most effective in getting the client to eat?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Assisting with meals provides practical support, addressing confusion and physical limitations in Alzheimer's, more effectively than explanations or threats.
Question 4 of 5
In evaluating the client with cancer, what best indicates that the nutritional status is adequate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stable weight reflects adequate nutritional intake and absorption, a key indicator of nutritional status in cancer patients.
Question 5 of 5
A man who is severely depressed following the death of his wife sits in the dayroom for hours at a time, not speaking to anyone and showing no interest in unit activities. He does not answer when spoken to. Which action should the nurse take to help him at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Brief, non-demanding interactions show presence and support, respecting his depression without forcing engagement.