NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
In a cardiovascular emergency, which arteries should you palpate to assess the patient's pulse?
Question 1 of 5
In a cardiovascular emergency, which arteries should you palpate to assess the patient's pulse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Carotid and femoral arteries provide reliable pulses in emergencies, reflecting central circulation.
Extract:
A patient is suspected of having thrombophlebitis of the left lower extremity.
Question 2 of 5
During the initial assessment the nurse should specifically observe the patient for:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Edema is a hallmark sign of thrombophlebitis due to venous obstruction.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of depression who is prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac). The client reports feeling 'jittery' and restless. The nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jitteriness and restlessness are signs of akathisia, a side effect of fluoxetine, requiring physician notification for possible dose adjustment or additional medication. Lorazepam (
A) is inappropriate without orders, activity (
B) may worsen symptoms, and bedtime dosing (
D) doesn’t address the issue.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a dark-skinned client hospitalized with hepatitis. The nurse can best observe the presence of jaundice in the client by assessing the client's:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sclera is the most reliable site to assess jaundice in dark-skinned clients, as bilirubin deposition is visible in the whites of the eyes.
Extract:
A nurse assigned to the pediatric unit has the following patients.
Question 5 of 5
Which one should be given priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Altered consciousness in an infant is a critical sign requiring immediate assessment for neurological issues.