NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following an arteriogram, the nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Checking distal pulses ensures adequate circulation post-arteriogram, as the procedure involves arterial puncture, which can lead to complications like hematoma or thrombosis.
Question 2 of 5
Which test for diabetes measures the long-term management of the disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) measures average blood glucose over 2-3 months, assessing long-term diabetes control, unlike fasting, tolerance, or finger stick tests, which are short-term.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse in a long-term care facility is caring for a client with major depressive disorder who is reporting difficulty sleeping. The client gets up during the night, paces the hallway, wrings the hands, and appears teary. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, D, E, F
Rationale: Natural sunlight exposure (
A) helps regulate circadian rhythms and improve mood. Warm milk (
D) contains tryptophan, which promotes sleep. A quiet environment (E) and soft music (F) reduce stimulation and promote relaxation. Naps (
B) may disrupt nighttime sleep, and exercise before bedtime (
C) can be stimulating.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse reviews the ECG of a client. Which prescribed medication should the nurse suspect as the cause of the ECG findings?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Levothyroxine (
D) can cause arrhythmias, which may be reflected in ECG changes. Captopril (
A), Carvedilol (
B), and Glipizide (
C) are less likely to cause significant ECG alterations.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting the physician with an examination of a client with Addison's disease. During the examination, the nurse will note which change in the client's integumentary system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Addison's disease causes bronze pigmentation due to increased ACTH. Edema , hirsutism , and pendulous abdomen are not typical.