NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
In Cushing's syndrome excessive amounts of glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids will increase the patient's:
Question 1 of 5
In Cushing's syndrome excessive amounts of glucocorticoids and mineralcorticoids will increase the patient's:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Excess glucocorticoids elevate glucose by promoting gluconeogenesis.
Extract:
A 6-year-old boy with HIV and fever is being admitted to the unit.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse making the room assignment would place the child in a room with:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The post-appendectomy patient is the least likely to pose an infectious risk to the immunocompromised child.
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Question 3 of 5
A child with tetralogy of Fallot visits the clinic several weeks before planned surgery. The nurse should give priority attention to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assessment of oxygenation. Tetralogy of Fallot involves defects that reduce pulmonary blood flow, leading to cyanosis and polycythemia, which can cause neurologic complications if oxygenation is inadequate.
Extract:
When preparing a patient for discharge, the nurse should teach the signs of hypothyroidism.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would be aware that the patient understands the teaching when the patient says, 'I should call my physician if I develop'
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Dry skin and cold intolerance are hallmark signs of hypothyroidism, indicating understanding.
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Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus about the prescribed diet. The nurse should teach the client to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Currently, calorie-controlled diets with strict meal plans are rarely suggested for clients who have diabetes. A regular schedule of meals and snacks helps maintain stable blood glucose levels.