NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
At a routine health assessment, a client tells the nurse that she is planning a pregnancy in the near future. She asks about preconception diet changes. Which of the statements made by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eat foods rich in folic acid. Folic acid is essential for preventing neural tube defects in the developing fetus, making it a critical preconception dietary recommendation.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a nine month-old infant about diaper dermatitis. Which of the following measures would be appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discontinue a new food that was added to the infant's diet just prior to the rash. New foods can be a cause of diaper dermatitis.
Question 3 of 5
Lab results indicate that the client's serum aminophylline level is 17 mcg/mL. The nurse recognizes that the aminophylline level is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The therapeutic range for aminophylline is typically 10-20 mcg/mL. A level of 17 mcg/mL is within this range, so no action is needed. Answer B is incorrect as the level is not too high. Answer C is unnecessary as the level is clearly therapeutic. Answer D is incorrect as the level is not too low.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching about breastfeeding to a postpartum client. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Breaking suction with a finger prevents nipple trauma. Short feeding times , lying on back , and nipple-only latch are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a small piece of wood penetrating the right eye. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stabilizing the object prevents further damage until surgical removal. Flushing , removing , or applying ointment risks worsening the injury.