NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
During the initial home visit, a nurse is discussing the care of a client newly diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease with family members. Which of these interventions would be most helpful at this time?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Alzheimer's disease, a progressive chronic illness, greatly challenges caregivers. The nurse can be of greatest assistance in helping the family to use communication strategies to enhance their ability to relate to the client.
Question 2 of 5
Which of these tests would the nurse expect to monitor for the evaluation of clients aged 18 and older with poor glycemic control?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The American Diabetes Association (AD
A) recommends obtaining a glycosylated hemoglobin during an initial assessment and then routinely as part of continuing care for clients with poor glycemic control.
Question 3 of 5
A victim of domestic violence tells the batterer she needs a little time away. How would the nurse expect that the batterer might respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: With fear of rejection causing increased rage toward the victim. Fear of abandonment often escalates abusive behavior.
Question 4 of 5
The mother of a 4-month-old infant calls the physician's office reporting that her child has a temperature of 101°F and a rash that is blanchable and doesn't itch. What does the LPN expect will be ordered for this child?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acetaminophen is safe for fever in infants, addressing the temperature while the non-itchy, blanchable rash is monitored, likely viral.
Question 5 of 5
A 9-year-old with type 1 diabetes takes insulin glargine and NPH regularly. While at school, the client becomes shaky, diaphoretic, and pale. What is the most appropriate action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Shakiness, diaphoresis, and pallor indicate hypoglycemia. Providing 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrates, such as 4 oz of a regular soft drink, is the first-line treatment.