NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
How often should the nurse change the intravenous tubing on total parenteral nutrition solutions?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Due to the high risk of bacterial growth in nutrient-rich TPN solutions, IV tubing should be changed every 24 hours. Health Promotion and Maintenance
Extract:
Which of the following clients will most likely develop Diabetes Mellitus?
Question 2 of 5
American Indian
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diabetes is hereditary, and a family history, such as grandparents with diabetes, increases the likelihood of developing the condition.
Extract:
The nurse documents and performs which of the following when the patient refuses his medication?
Question 3 of 5
Kardex; physician.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Documenting in the medication record and progress notes, and informing the physician, ensures accurate communication.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which nursing action is essential when providing continuous enteral feeding?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed at least 30 degrees during enteral feeding minimizes the risk of aspiration and allows the formula to flow into the client's intestines. When such elevation is contraindicated, the client should be positioned on the right side. The nurse should give enteral feedings at room temperature to minimize GI distress.
To limit microbial growth, the nurse should hang only the amount of formula that can be infused in 8 hours.
Question 5 of 5
An 8-year-old boy has just had a fiberglass cast applied to his right lower leg following a fractured ankle. The nurse is discussing care of the cast with the parents. Which instruction should be included?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Checking toes for warmth ensures circulation, detecting complications like compartment syndrome early. Bathing, drying time, and leg position are incorrect for fiberglass casts.