NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
First-time parents bring their 5 day-old infant to the pediatrician's office because they are extremely concerned about its breathing pattern. The nurse assesses the baby and finds that the breath sounds are clear with equal chest expansion. The respiratory rate is 38-42 breaths per minute with occasional periods of apnea lasting 10 seconds in length. What is the correct analysis of these findings?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This breathing pattern is normal. Newborns typically have a respiratory rate of 30-60 breaths/minute with brief apneic periods.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse observes bilateral bruises on the arms of an elderly client in a long-term care facility. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Directly asking about potential abuse (e.g., grabbing) is appropriate to investigate suspected elder abuse, as bilateral arm bruises suggest gripping. Less specific questions may not elicit critical information. Psychosocial Integrity
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The nurse planning care for a 12 year-old child with sickle cell disease in a vaso-occlusive crisis of the elbow should include which one of the following as a priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Management of a sickle cell crisis is directed towards supportive and symptomatic treatment. The priority of care is pain relief. In a 12 year-old child, client controlled analgesia promotes maximum comfort.
Extract:
A manic client is being treated with lithium carbonate.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse would correctly suggest which of the following activities for this client.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Basketball provides physical activity to channel energy, suitable for a manic patient.