NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During a first aid class, the nurse instructs clients on the emergency care of second-degree burns. The nurse knows that which of the following interventions for second-degree burns of the chest and arms will BEST prevent infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: After extinguishing the fire, removing clothing and wrapping the victim in a clean sheet prevents contamination and infection in second-degree burns. Soap or ointments (A,
C) are contraindicated in emergencies, and delaying action (
D) increases infection risk.
Question 2 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.
Extract:
The patient has been receiving 2500 ml of IV fluid and 300 to 400 ml of oral intake daily for 2 days. The patient's urine output has been decreasing and now has been less than 40 ml per hour for the past 3 hours.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should immediately:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Low urine output suggests renal or fluid issues, requiring vital signs and breath sound assessment.
Extract:
Rosemarie is 24 years old, G1P0, admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes indications of positive response from treatments and signs that the patient is recovering from the disease by which of the following assessment data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple Sclerosis temporarily affects both sensory and motor functions. Being able to walk with a stable gait is a sign that the motor function is returning to normal.
Extract:
Which of the following lab finding is a strong indicator of DIC?
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following lab finding is a strong indicator of DIC?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated D-dimer indicates fibrin degradation, a hallmark of DIC.