NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The admitting nurse documents a client's dietary information. Which information is most likely to contribute to the client's complaint of constipation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low fluid intake (four glasses per day) is insufficient to maintain soft stools, contributing to constipation, whereas the other options promote regular bowel movements.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing a client for a colonoscopy. Which instruction ensures proper preparation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Drinking only clear liquids the day before a colonoscopy ensures the colon is clear for accurate visualization during the procedure.
Question 3 of 5
A client with a history of peptic ulcer disease reports epigastric pain. Which question should the nurse ask to assess the severity?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain radiating to the back in peptic ulcer disease may indicate perforation or pancreatitis, which are serious complications requiring urgent evaluation.
Question 4 of 5
A client with a history of anxiety disorder is prescribed lorazepam. Which instruction should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alcohol can potentiate the sedative effects of lorazepam, increasing the risk of respiratory depression and drowsiness, so it should be avoided.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected compartment syndrome. Which finding is most indicative?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain unrelieved by analgesics is a hallmark of compartment syndrome, indicating increased pressure compromising tissue perfusion.