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
Which teaching instructions should the nurse reinforce to a client with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Pneumococcal vaccine (
B), reporting increased sputum (
C), and incentive spirometry (E) manage COPD. A high-calorie diet, not low-calorie (
A), is needed. Iron (
D) is only indicated for confirmed anemia.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse supporting a family who has just experienced a sudden and unexpected death needs to know:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden death produces greater emotional turmoil and shock in survivors than does a gradual, expected death.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is screening clients for those at risk of developing nephrolithiasis. Which of the following factors would increase a client's risk of developing nephrolithiasis?
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Gout (
A), dehydration (
B), and hyperparathyroidism (E) increase nephrolithiasis risk due to uric acid, concentrated urine, and calcium imbalances, respectively. Hypokalemia (
C) and thrombocytopenia (
D) are unrelated.