NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Gout is more prevalent in which of the following:
Question 1 of 5
Men
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gout has a higher prevalence in middle-aged or older men due to hormonal and metabolic factors.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering insulin lispro (Humalog) to a patient with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements indicates the patient understands the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin administered immediately before meals to control postprandial glucose. Other timings disrupt glycemic control.
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This is a 70-year-old male patient admitted due to hiccups, confusion, right arm & right leg weakness, facial droop and slurred speech. He has an Hx of CAD & had the 2nd CABG about 4 years ago.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is aware that clinical manifestations differentiate right CHF from left CHF. Symptoms of right CVA would include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Right-sided symptoms like jugular vein distension are unrelated to CVA; question likely meant right CHF.
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Question 4 of 5
A patient with cirrhosis is experiencing ascites. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diuretics reduce fluid overload in ascites, as prescribed. High-sodium diets worsen fluid retention, fluid restriction is typically 1–1.5 liters, and supine positioning may impair breathing.
Question 5 of 5
A client scheduled for a fluorescein angiography is to have mydriatic eye drops instilled in both eyes 1 hour prior to the test. The nurse knows that the purpose of the medication is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Mydriatic drops dilate pupils, allowing better visualization of the retina during fluorescein angiography.