NCLEX-PN
Practice NCLEX PN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
It is the first day on the job for the newly hired unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which of these illustrate appropriate assignment instructions for the licensed practical nurse (LPN) to give the UAP? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Appropriate UAP tasks include elevating a leg , observing urine appearance , and reporting food intake . Measuring for stockings and verifying restraints require nursing judgment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing mammogram screening with a family. No one in the family has had a mammogram. The mother is 52, there are four daughters, ages 10, 15, 21, and 34, and the grandmother is 75. Which of the following women should receive a mammogram? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E,F
Rationale: Women aged 40 and older, or earlier with risk factors, should have mammograms. The 34-year-old, 52-year-old, and 75-year-old women meet screening age criteria.
Question 3 of 5
The clinic nurse is caring for several clients during well-child visits. The nurse should recognize which client as being the most at risk for anemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A preterm infant bottle-fed with breastmilk is most at risk for anemia due to preterm infants' lower iron stores and breastmilk's low iron content. Term breastfed infants (A,
D) have adequate stores initially, and iron-fortified formula prevents anemia.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client during the acute phase of a sickle cell vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer analgesic therapy as ordered. Pain management is critical during a sickle cell crisis.
Question 5 of 5
The clinic nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client who has been prescribed transdermal scopolamine to prevent motion sickness during an upcoming vacation on a cruise ship. Which of the following statements made by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Appropriate scopolamine instructions include safe disposal , removing old patches , correct placement , and hand washing . Applying the patch only when moving is incorrect, as it should be applied hours before travel.