NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
While working on his motor bike, a 19-year-old sustains a puncture wound from a rusty metal. He presents himself to the ER of local hospital. The puncture wound is cleansed with hydrogen peroxide and a sterile dressing applied. The client confirmed that he is up-to-date with his tetanus immunization. Antibiotic was prescribed and administered and the client was sent home with instructions to return if there is any change in the wound area. Three days following the ER visit, the client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of tetanus.
Question 1 of 5
Nursing care for client includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The slightest stimulation sets off a wave of very severe and painful muscle spasms involving the whole body. Admitting the client to a private room minimizes stimuli and reduces the risk of spasms.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A cooling blanket has been ordered for an adult who has a head injury and is running high fevers. The client starts shivering. What action is most appropriate for the LPN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shivering indicates the cooling blanket may be too cold, risking complications; reporting to the charge nurse ensures proper adjustment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer digoxin (Lanoxin) 0.25 mg IV to a client with congestive heart failure. Before administering the medication, the nurse should
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Digoxin can cause bradycardia, so checking the apical pulse (holding if <60 bpm) is critical to prevent toxicity. Verifying the dose (
B) is good practice but secondary, administering over 5 minutes (
C) is correct but not pre-administration, and digoxin levels (
D) are checked periodically, not before each dose.
Extract:
A patient is admitted to the hospital with leukemia. The doctor ordered chemotherapy twice a month.
Question 4 of 5
How do you prevent the side effects of chemotherapy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Increasing fluid intake helps flush chemotherapy drugs, reducing toxicity and side effects.
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Question 5 of 5
A 15-month-old child with Hirschsprung's disease comes for a checkup. The mother reports all of the following. Which indicates a need for more instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting physical activity is unnecessary and may hinder development in Hirschsprung's disease; enemas, low-residue diet, and stool softeners are appropriate for managing constipation.