NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Fluid shift occurs immediately following the onset of burn.
Question 1 of 5
Nursing assessment indicating fluid shift include:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Delayed capillary refill is evident due to lack of volume and oxygen, indicating fluid shift post-burn.
Extract:
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Question 2 of 5
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding vigorous activities like brushing prevents increased intraocular pressure post-cataract surgery.
Extract:
The physician prescribes Isordil 10 mg PRN TID and a nitroglycerin transdermal disc once a day for a patient with chronic angina pectoris. The patient asks the nurse why the Isordil is prescribed.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse's best response would be:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Isordil, a nitrate, dilates coronary arteries, increasing oxygen delivery to the heart.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a total hip replacement 4 days ago. Which assessment requires the nurse's immediate attention?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: I just can't 'catch my breath' over the past few minutes and I think I am in grave danger.' Sudden onset of shortness of breath in a post-operative client, especially after a total hip replacement, may indicate a pulmonary embolism or other serious respiratory complication, requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
Question 5 of 5
Which client is at risk for the development of pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastric resection can lead to pernicious anemia due to reduced intrinsic factor production, impairing vitamin B12 absorption.