NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An elderly war veteran with prostate cancer and coronary artery disease is hospitalized for urosepsis. The client becomes angry with one of the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) who is trying to help the client bathe. Later, the UAP expresses frustration with the client to the nurse. Which statement would be the most appropriate response?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Going together to address concerns promotes teamwork, de-escalates conflict, and ensures the client’s needs are met. Individual talks risk miscommunication, and reassignment avoids resolution.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with social anxiety disorder. Which of the following situations would most likely exacerbate the client's symptoms?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Speaking publicly, especially to peers, is highly likely to trigger social anxiety due to fear of scrutiny. Crowded stores, moving, and new providers may cause anxiety but are less intense triggers.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer preoperative medication of meperidine and atropine to an elderly adult who is scheduled for surgery. The client tells the nurse that he has glaucoma and wants to take his eye drops before going to the operating room. What is the best action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Atropine, an anticholinergic, can increase intraocular pressure, exacerbating glaucoma. Checking with the physician ensures safe administration, as withholding atropine or adjusting eye drop use may be necessary.
Question 4 of 5
The orthopedic health care provider instructs a client with a fractured right femur, who has been non-weight bearing for the past 5 weeks, to progress to full-weight bearing on the right leg. Which advanced crutch gait that most closely resembles normal walking should the nurse reinforce when teaching the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The 2-point gait mimics normal walking, alternating crutch and opposite leg, suitable for full-weight bearing. 3-point is for non-weight bearing, 4-point is slower, and 5-point does not exist.
Question 5 of 5
Which components are used in determining the standards of professional nursing practice? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Standards are set by professional organizations, institutional policies, and state Nurse Practice Acts. Good intentions and personal customs do not define professional standards.