NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The clinic nurse cares for a 4-year-old who has been diagnosed with a pinworm infection. Which client symptom supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pinworms cause anal itching, worse at night (
A), due to female worms laying eggs. Bleeding (
B), appetite loss (
C), and skin lesions (
D) are not typical, suggesting other conditions like hookworms or dermatitis.
Question 2 of 5
The client admitted with angina is given a prescription for nitroglycerine. The client should be instructed to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The client should leave the medication in the brown bottle because light deteriorates the medication. The supply should be replenished every six months, so answer A is incorrect. One tablet should be taken every five minutes times three, so answer B is incorrect. If the pain does not subside, the client should report to the emergency room. The medication should be taken sublingually and should not be crushed, so answer D is incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has reinforced teaching with the parent of a 3-year-old client who has acute diarrhea. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The BRAT diet (
C) is outdated and may lack nutrients, risking prolonged recovery. Skin barrier cream (
A), frequent fluids (
B), and monitoring urine output (
D) are appropriate for preventing skin breakdown, dehydration, and detecting complications.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client with macular degeneration. Which of the following statements by the client would be consistent with the condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Macular degeneration affects central vision, causing a blurry or dark spot in the visual field, as described in (
C), due to damage to the macula. Flashes of light (
A) suggest retinal issues, peripheral vision loss (
B) is typical of glaucoma, and difficulty reading up close (
D) relates to presbyopia.
Question 5 of 5
All of the following individuals live at home with their families. Which of the following persons is least at risk for abuse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The ambulatory man with minimal dependency is least likely to be abused, as he retains some independence. Incontinence, high dependency, or disruptive behavior increase vulnerability.