NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An infant weighed 7 pounds 8 ounces at birth. If growth occurs at a normal rate, what would be the expected weight change at 6 months of age?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Double the birth weight. Although growth rates vary, infants normally double their birth weight by 6 months.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is supervising an unlicensed person who is giving oral care to an unconscious client. Which observation indicates that the unlicensed person needs further instruction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An upright position risks aspiration in an unconscious client; lateral positioning with head turned prevents this, indicating a need for instruction.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with alcohol use disorder who is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, preventing seizures and delirium. Haloperidol, fluoxetine, and lithium treat unrelated conditions.
Question 4 of 5
The parent of a preschooler with chickenpox asks the nurse about measures to make the child comfortable. The nurse instructs the parent to avoid administering aspirin or any other product that contains salicylates. When given to children with chickenpox, aspirin has been linked to which disorder?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Research shows a correlation between the use of aspirin during chickenpox and the development of Reye's syndrome (a disorder characterized by brain and liver toxicity).
Therefore, the nurse should instruct the parents to avoid administering aspirin or other products that contain salicylates and to consult the physician or pharmacist before administering any medication to a child with chickenpox. No research has found a link between aspirin use, chickenpox, and the development of Guillain-Barré syndrome, rheumatic fever, or scarlet fever.
Question 5 of 5
A child is sent to the school nurse by a teacher who has a written note that fifth disease is suspected. Which characteristic would the nurse expect to find?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erythema on the face, primarily on cheeks giving a 'slapped face' appearance. This is a hallmark of fifth disease (erythema infectiosum).