NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
The basic pathophysiologic problem in cirrhosis of the liver causing esophageal varices is:
Question 1 of 5
The basic pathophysiologic problem in cirrhosis of the liver causing esophageal varices is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Portal hypertension causes blood backup, leading to esophageal varices.
Extract:
A new mother has some questions about PKU.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements made by the nurse is not correct regarding PKU?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: PKU effects are irreversible if untreated, making this statement incorrect.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a child admitted who has a fractured humerus. The family says the child fell. Which piece of information would cause the nurse to suspect child abuse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Small round burns suggest cigarette burns, a specific sign of abuse. Frequent ER visits or bruising are concerning but less definitive; hand-holding is normal.
Extract:
A 14-year-old patient with a diagnosis of gonorrhea requested you not to tell her parents about the disease.
Question 4 of 5
How will you respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Confidentiality is maintained for minors in sensitive diagnoses like STIs, unless there's a legal requirement to disclose.
Extract:
A 78-year-old client is admitted for open reduction of a wrist fracture. That night she is found wandering in the hallway near the fire alarm. When the nurse calls the client's name, the client says, 'If you come any closer to me I'll pull this fire alarm. You're a drug addict. I saw you taking drugs out of the cabinet.'
Question 5 of 5
The best response by the nurse would be:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: This response addresses safety calmly without escalating the situation.