NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
Damage to which area of the brain results in receptive aphasia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The temporal lobe contains the auditory association area. If the area is damaged in the dominant hemisphere, the client hears words but doesn't know their meaning. Damage to the parietal lobe affects the client's ability to identify special relationships with the environment. When damaged, the occipital lobe affects visual associations. The client can visualize objects but can't identify them. The frontal lobe acts as a storage area for memory.
Question 2 of 5
A 65-year-old female client is experiencing postmenopausal bleeding. Which type of physician should this client be encouraged to see?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A gynecologist specializes in female reproductive health and is best suited to evaluate postmenopausal bleeding, which may indicate serious conditions like endometrial cancer. Coordinated Care
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On the patient with pancreatitis
Question 3 of 5
On the patient with pancreatitis, which of the following is decreased in level?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Urine amylase is not typically decreased in pancreatitis; however, among the options, it's the most relevant as serum amylase is elevated, not urine.
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Question 4 of 5
Which client is at risk for the development of pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastric resection can lead to pernicious anemia due to reduced intrinsic factor production, impairing vitamin B12 absorption.
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Which of the following can an 8-month old perform?
Question 5 of 5
Walks up and down the stairs.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An 8-month-old commonly puts objects in their mouth, a developmental milestone.