NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Because the client has hypothyroidism, the nurse expects which of the following to be present in the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypothyroidism slows metabolism, causing hypothermia (e.g., 96.8°F). Weight gain, not loss, slow respirations, and heavy menses are typical.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client receiving treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Which client statement requires further investigation?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Burning on urination (
A) suggests a urinary tract infection, requiring investigation. Dribbling (
B), nocturia (
D), and missing doses (
C) are common with BPH or medication non-adherence but less urgent.
Question 3 of 5
An 8-year old is admitted with drooling, muffled phonation and a temperature of 102.6°. The nurse should immediately notify the doctor because the child's symptoms are suggestive of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drooling, muffled phonation, and fever suggest epiglottitis, a medical emergency requiring immediate intervention due to the risk of airway obstruction.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse caring for a client with an ileal conduit observes that the stoma appears bluish gray. What is the nurse's best action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A bluish-gray stoma (
D) indicates ischemia, requiring immediate reporting. Antibiotics (
A) are premature, monitoring (
B) delays care, and resizing the pouch (
C) is irrelevant.
Question 5 of 5
Because a client is scheduled for a bronchoscopy tomorrow, the nurse should do which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bronchoscopy involves sedation and airway manipulation, requiring NPO status after midnight to prevent aspiration, unlike fluids, enemas, or withholding medications.