NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following a small-bowel resection, a client develops fever and anemia. The surface surrounding the surgical wound is warm to the touch and necrotizing fasciitis is suspected. Another manifestation that would most suggest necrotizing fasciitis is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe pressurelike pain out of proportion to visible signs distinguishes necrotizing fasciitis from cellulitis. Erythema, leukocytosis, and swelling are present in both cellulitis and necrotizing fasciitis.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing care for an elderly patient with dementia. Which of the following interventions is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A structured routine reduces confusion and promotes safety in dementia. Complex decisions overwhelm, social interactions benefit, and activity supports health.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with tuberculosis. Which precautions should the nurse take when providing care for this client? Select all that apply:
Correct Answer: A,B,F
Rationale: The nurse should always wear gloves when handling items contaminated with sputum or body secretions. All staff and visitors must wear face masks when coming in contact with the client in his room; masks must be discarded before leaving the client's room. Hand washing is required after direct contact with the client or contaminated articles. Strict isolation isn't required if the client adheres to special respiratory precautions. The client, not the people in contact with him, must wear a mask when leaving the room for tests. The client should be in a negative-pressure, private room, and the door should remain closed at all times to prevent the spread of infection.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is admitting a 3-year-old child who is thought to have meningococcal meningitis. What type of room assignment is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Meningococcal meningitis is highly contagious, requiring droplet isolation in an isolation room to prevent spread, unlike private or semi-private rooms.
Extract:
After a painful exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis, a patient is to begin a walking and exercise program.
Question 5 of 5
An appropriate outcome would be that the patient:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Exercising until discomfort becomes too great balances activity with joint protection, promoting safe participation.