NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
If a client with a conductive hearing loss asks the nurse how a hearing aid improves hearing, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Conductive hearing loss involves impaired sound transmission to the inner ear. A hearing aid amplifies sounds, making them louder and easier to hear.
Question 2 of 5
When developing the care plan of a client who has a nasogastric (NG) tube for gastric decompression, which nursing order should be modified because it is considered unsafe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Liberal fluid intake is unsafe for a client with an NG tube for decompression, as it may increase gastric contents and risk aspiration.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a nasogastric tube has just returned from the recovery room after gastric surgery. Which report made by the client is essential to pass on to the physician or charge nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Bright red, bloody drainage indicates potential hemorrhage, requiring immediate reporting to the physician.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client about metronidazole, which has been prescribed for treating trichomoniasis. Which client comment indicates the need for additional education?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A. Clients may experience a metallic taste while taking metronidazole. B. Drinking alcohol while on metronidazole (Flagyl) is contraindicated. It can cause a disulfiram-like reaction with nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, headache, and flushing. C. Metronidazole can turn urine dark. It is important to inform clients of this. D. Nausea can occur when taking metronidazole. Taking it with food or milk may decrease GI irritation.
Question 5 of 5
Which nursing technique is most accurate for removing an object that completely obstructs the airway of an unconscious adult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Abdominal thrusts (Heimlich maneuver) are the standard technique to dislodge a complete airway obstruction in an unconscious adult.