NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The charge nurse is planning assignments for the day. Which clients will require the nursing staff to institute contact precautions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: MRSA, C. difficile, and VRE require contact precautions due to direct contact transmission. Pertussis and influenza require droplet precautions.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for the assigned clients on a pediatric inpatient unit. Which client is the priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden unilateral arm weakness in a sickle cell crisis may indicate a stroke, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate attention.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing new medication prescriptions for assigned clients. The nurse should clarify the prescription for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Transdermal fentanyl is typically reserved for chronic pain, not acute postoperative pain, and requires clarification.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parent of a 6-year-old client about sleep. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Children aged 6 need 9-11 hours of sleep, limited liquids prevent bedwetting, and routines promote sleep. Sleep needs decrease with age, and active play close to bedtime may disrupt sleep.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 2 month-old infant with a congenital heart defect. Which of the following is a priority nursing action?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Infants with congenital heart defects are at increased risk for developing congestive heart failure. Infants with congestive heart failure have an increased metabolic rate and require additional calories to grow. At the same time, however, rest and conservation of energy for eating is important. Feedings should be smaller and every 3 hours rather than the usual 4 hour schedule.