NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
An obese 85-year-old client, who is an avid gardener and eats only home-grown fruits, legumes, and vegetables, is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia after having an upper respiratory tract infection for a week. Which factor puts the client at greatest risk for developing pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Advanced age (85 years) is the greatest risk factor for pneumonia due to weakened immune response and comorbidities. Other factors are less significant.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with osteoporosis who is being discharged on alendronate (Fosamax). Which statement would indicate effective teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is required to prevent esophageal problems. The medication should be taken in the morning before food or other medications with water, making answers A and C incorrect choices. It should also be taken as ordered, which makes answer D incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The charge nurse on the eating disorder unit instructs a new staff member to weigh each client in his or her hospital gown only. What is the rationale for this nursing intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
To reduce the tendency of the client to hide objects under his or her clothing. Clients may conceal weights to falsely indicate weight gain.
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
WBC
5000–10,000/mm³
(5–10 × 10⁹/L)
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for 4 clients. Which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weak pulses and mottled skin suggest vascular compromise, a life-threatening complication requiring immediate attention. The other conditions are less urgent.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a group of women about health issues. Today's topic is food poisoning. Which statement indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rare meat poses a risk for foodborne pathogens like E. coli, even if eaten immediately. Other statements reflect proper food safety practices.