NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
On admission to the psychiatric unit, the client is trembling and appears fearful. The nurse's initial response should be to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Introduce him/herself and accompany the client to the client's room. This reduces anxiety by providing a calm and secure environment.
Question 2 of 5
An obese 85-year-old client, who is an avid gardener and eats only home-grown fruits, legumes, and vegetables, is admitted to the hospital with pneumonia after having an upper respiratory tract infection for a week. Which factor puts the client at greatest risk for developing pneumonia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Advanced age (85 years) is the greatest risk factor for pneumonia due to weakened immune response and comorbidities. Other factors are less significant.
Question 3 of 5
The clinic nurse is reviewing self-care management of acne vulgaris with an adolescent client. Which client statement indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scrubbing with antibacterial soap can irritate skin and worsen acne. Noncomedogenic products, a nutritious diet, and avoiding picking are correct practices.
Question 4 of 5
The nurses on a unit are planning for stoma care for clients who have a stoma for fecal diversion. Which stomal diversion poses the highest risk for skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ileostomy output contains caustic gastric and enzymatic agents that can denude skin quickly.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is making a home visit to the mother of an 8-lb baby boy born five days ago. Which observation indicates that the mother understands the care of the newborn?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sponge baths are appropriate for newborns until the umbilical cord falls off, indicating proper care. Soft stools are normal, alcohol may irritate circumcision sites, and hourly nursing is excessive.