NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
In addition to the relief of pain, the nurse should direct the care for a patient with sickle cell crisis toward:
Question 1 of 5
In addition to the relief of pain, the nurse should direct the care for a patient with sickle cell crisis toward:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxygenation and hydration prevent further sickling and promote tissue perfusion.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client who has just had an ECG. The client says to the nurse, 'The doctor said I had a sinus rhythm. What does that mean?' Which response to the client is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sinus rhythm originates from the sinoatrial node, the heart's normal pacemaker, indicating a healthy rhythm. This explanation is accurate and educational without causing alarm or implying unnecessary monitoring.
Extract:
A male client in the dermatologist's clinic asked the nurse for information on contraceptives. The nurse, who was aware of her limited knowledge on contraceptives, has provided contact number for information to the client.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse's action was based on the Regulatory Board's standard of practice which is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing a contact number reflects competency by acknowledging limitations and ensuring accurate information.
Extract:
The nurse might expect a patient with multiple sclerosis to complain about the most common initial symptom which is:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse might expect a patient with multiple sclerosis to complain about the most common initial symptom which is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Visual disturbances, such as optic neuritis, are a common initial symptom of multiple sclerosis.
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Question 5 of 5
A 3 year-old child comes to the pediatric clinic after the sudden onset of findings that include irritability, thick muffled voice, croaking on inspiration, skin hot to touch, sits leaning forward, tongue protruding, drooling and suprasternal retractions. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: These findings suggest a medical emergency and may be due to epiglottitis. Any child with an acute onset of an inflammatory response in the mouth and throat should receive immediate attention in a facility equipped to perform intubation or a tracheostomy in the event of further or complete obstruction.