NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Prochlorperazine maleate (Compazine) 10 mg IM has been ordered for a client. The client is also to receive Stadol 2 mg IM. Before administering these medications, the nurse should
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Compazine (prochlorperazine) is incompatible with most medications, including Stadol (butorphanol), in the same syringe, as mixing may cause precipitation or reduced efficacy. Drawing them in separate syringes ensures safe administration. Monitoring vital signs (
A) is less critical, dilution (
B) is inappropriate, and verifying the route (
D) is unnecessary as IM is specified.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is admitting a 3-year-old child who is thought to have meningococcal meningitis. What type of room assignment is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Meningococcal meningitis is highly contagious, requiring droplet isolation in an isolation room to prevent spread, unlike private or semi-private rooms.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a newborn who has just been diagnosed with hypospadias. When discussing the defect with the parents, the nurse should communicate that
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surgery will be performed in stages. Hypospadias correction is done in stages as soon as the infant can tolerate surgery.
Question 4 of 5
As a client progresses through pregnancy, she develops constipation. What is the primary cause of this problem during pregnancy?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: During pregnancy, hormonal changes and mechanical pressure reduce motility in the small intestine, enhancing water absorption and promoting constipation. Although decreased appetite, inadequate fluid intake, and prolonged gastric emptying may contribute to constipation, they aren't the primary cause.
Question 5 of 5
A young boy is recently diagnosed with a seizure disorder. Which of the following statements by the boy's mother indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Laying a seizing child on their back risks aspiration; the correct position is on the side. The other statements reflect appropriate seizure management. Reduction of Risk Potential