NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The family carries out its health care functions in which of the following ways?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Families often provide sick care, such as administering medications or monitoring symptoms, as a primary healthcare function. The other options are less accurate or overly specific. Prevention and Early Detection of Disease
Question 2 of 5
A client comes to the emergency department reporting alkaline drain cleaner splashed into the eye. The conjunctiva of the affected eye is erythematous, and the client reports a burning sensation. What action is appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ocular chemical burns require emergency care to prevent permanent vision loss. Alkali burns (eg, ammonia, cement, lye- containing drain cleanser) are particularly dangerous as they will quickly penetrate deep into the eye, causing severe, irreversible damage. For all types of ocular chemical burns, copious eye irrigation with sterile saline or water should begin immediately to flush the chemical irritant out of the eye
Question 3 of 5
A client can receive the mumps, measles, rubella (MMR) vaccine if he or she:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A mild cold without fever does not contraindicate MMR vaccination. Pregnancy, immunocompromise, and neomycin allergy are contraindications due to live virus risks or anaphylaxis. Pharmacological Therapies
Question 4 of 5
The most suitable diet for the client with Meniere's disease is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A low sodium diet and nicotinic acid have been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of Meniere's disease. Answers A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not relieve the symptoms of Meniere's disease.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with a possible gastric ulcer. Suddenly he calls to the nurse and says, 'It hurts so bad.' The client is pale and diaphoretic. What should the nurse do initially?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden severe pain with pallor and diaphoresis suggests ulcer perforation, requiring immediate physician notification for urgent intervention.