NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The clinic nurse is discussing health promotion with a group of parents. A mother is concerned about Reye's Syndrome, and asks about prevention. Which of these demonstrates appropriate teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The link between aspirin use and Reye’s Syndrome has not been confirmed, but evidence suggests that the risk is sufficiently grave to include the warning on aspirin products.
Question 2 of 5
A 2 year-old child is being treated with Amoxicillin suspension, 200 milligrams per dose, for acute otitis media. The child weighs 30 lb (15 kg) and the daily dose range is 20-40 mg/kg of body weight, in three divided doses every 8 hours. Using principles of safe drug administration, what should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Give the medication as ordered. The prescribed dose (200 mg) is within the safe range of 20-40 mg/kg/day for a 15 kg child.
Question 3 of 5
A diet high in fiber content can help an individual to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fiber-rich foods, like grains and vegetables, bind bile acids and cholesterol in the gut, reducing serum cholesterol levels. The other options are not primary benefits of fiber. Nonpharmacological Therapies
Question 4 of 5
To remove hard contact lenses from an unresponsive client, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ensuring the lens is on the cornea and gently manipulating the lids prevents corneal damage during removal. Grasping or irrigating may cause injury, and sterile gloves are unnecessary unless infection is present. Basic Care and Comfort
Question 5 of 5
The charge nurse on a cardiac step-down unit makes assignments for the team consisting of a registered nurse (RN), a practical nurse (PN), and an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). Which client should be assigned to the PN?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: This is the most stable client. The clients in options C and D require initial teaching. The client in option A is considered unstable since the dysrhythmia is a new onset.