NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
After the patient has refused the medication, the next step taken by the nurse will be:
Question 1 of 5
Document the patient's refusal.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the reason for refusal helps address concerns and promote adherence.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A patient with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is experiencing flashbacks. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A safe, calm environment reduces flashback intensity and promotes grounding. Avoiding discussion delays therapy, trigger exposure requires controlled settings, and isolation worsens symptoms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is evaluating the growth and development of a toddler with AIDS. The nurse would anticipate finding that the child has
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Delay in achievement of most developmental milestones. The majority of children with AIDS have neurological involvement, leading to developmental delays and potential loss of milestones.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of breast cancer who is receiving chemotherapy. Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nausea and vomiting are common chemotherapy side effects due to gastrointestinal irritation and require monitoring for dehydration or malnutrition. Increased appetite (
A) and energy (
D) are unlikely, and white blood cell count (
B) typically decreases (neutropenia).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person admitted with myasthenia gravis. What should be included in the nursing care plan for this person?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myasthenia gravis causes muscle weakness, increasing aspiration risk; checking swallowing reflexes ensures safe feeding. Other actions are irrelevant.