NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Clients with mitral stenosis would likely manifest findings associated with congestion in the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pulmonary circulation. Inefficient emptying of the left ventricle causes back-flow into the pulmonary vein, leading to congestion.
Extract:
When giving health and safety hazards on a mother with a 3-month-old infant, the nurse should emphasize that
Question 2 of 5
tiny objects must be removed from crib.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: By 4 months of age, infants pick up anything within reach and put it in their mouth, making tiny objects in the crib a choking hazard.
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Question 3 of 5
The nurse is providing home care to a confused client. The client's family is using a restraint to keep the client from pulling out her indwelling catheter. What should the nurse plan to include when teaching the family?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking restrained extremities hourly ensures circulation and prevents injury. Scheduled removal, supervision-based removal, or nurse-only removal are less practical or safe.
Extract:
A patient regains consciousness and has expressive aphasia.
Question 4 of 5
As a part of the long-range planning, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Positive feedback encourages progress in expressive aphasia recovery.
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Question 5 of 5
One of the campers at summer camp sprains his ankle. What action can the nurse take to help reduce the pain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ice reduces swelling and pain in acute sprains. Exercise, dependent positioning, or steroids are inappropriate initially.