NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Following visitation, the nurse observes a client's wife sitting alone crying. When approached, the wife states, 'I'm so worried about him.' The best response by the nurse is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tell me what is worrying you' encourages the wife to express her concerns, facilitating support. Other responses assume causes or defer to others prematurely.
Question 2 of 5
A transfusion is ordered for a hospitalized client. The charge nurse asks the LPN to start the transfusion. What should the LPN do?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: LPNs typically cannot initiate blood transfusions due to scope of practice limitations, as it requires specialized monitoring, so the LPN should inform the RN.
Question 3 of 5
The summer camp nurse and parent of a 9-year-old with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) are discussing appropriate physical activities for the child. Which of the following activities should be included? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Stationary bicycling, swimming, and yoga are low-impact, joint-friendly activities for JIA. Dodgeball risks joint stress, and reading, while safe, is not a physical activity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client recently diagnosed with HIV infection about home and lifestyle alterations. Which of the following statements indicate that the client correctly understands the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Avoiding raw foods, not sharing razors, and using latex-free condoms reduce infection and transmission risks. Barrier methods are still needed with HIV-positive partners to prevent superinfection.
Question 5 of 5
There have been several clients recently who have fallen in the long-term care facility. The nurse would like to reduce the number of falls. Which action is likely to do the most to help prevent falls?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Low bed height minimizes fall injury risk, a key prevention strategy. Closer watching, restraints, or call bells are less effective or restrictive.