NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Someone who has received a recent tattoo should be screened for:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tattooing with non-sterile equipment risks transmission of hepatitis B or C, blood-borne pathogens. The other infections are not primarily associated with tattooing. Safety and Infection Control
Question 2 of 5
The client is admitted with left-sided congestive heart failure. In assessing the client for edema, the nurse should check the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The neck veins should be assessed for distension in the client with congestive heart failure. Edema of the feet and hands does not indicate central circulatory overload, so answers A and C are incorrect. Edema of the sacrum is an indication of right-sided congestive heart failure, so answer D is incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse working on the renal unit is preparing to make rounds for the day. Which client should the nurse visit first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client one hour post-renal transplant is at highest risk for complications, such as bleeding or graft rejection, requiring immediate assessment. Other clients are stable or less urgent.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse in the outpatient mental health clinic is evaluating the effectiveness of the treatment regimen for a client with dependent personality disorder. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate that the treatment regimen has been effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clients with dependent personality disorder have a persistent and extreme need to be taken care of that manifests as submissive and clinging behaviors and fear of separation. Additional characteristics of dependent personality disorder may include:• Difficulty in making day-to-day decisions • An excessive need for advice, reassurance, and nurturing from others • Lack of self-confidence or fear of doing things independently • Fear of confrontation or expressing disagreement with others • Feelings of helplessness and anxiety when alone or fear of being unable to take care of oneself The ability to make decisions about and carry out daily activities without assistance (eg, planning alternate transportation) indicate that the treatment plan has been effective
Question 5 of 5
An adult is receiving daily doses of hydrocortisone. Which comment by the client indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydrocortisone does not require high salt or potassium restriction; this suggests misunderstanding, possibly confusing with other conditions. Morning dosing, not stopping abruptly, and taking with food are correct.