NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
John H is a 66-year-old man with a history of heavy smoking presented himself to the ER due to difficulty breathing of 2 years duration. Mr. H was also diagnosed with effusion of the right lung. He is now scheduled for chest tube insertion.
Question 1 of 5
The level of the water in the water-seal chamber is at
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The water-seal chamber is maintained at 2 cm to prevent air entry.
Extract:
Liquid iron preparation
Question 2 of 5
Liquid iron preparation, which of the following directions would be appropriate for the nurse to teach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using a straw prevents tooth staining from liquid iron.
Extract:
The nurse on the floor will perform peripheral IV site insertion.
Question 3 of 5
Her performance is based on:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing Standards of Practice guide safe and competent IV insertion.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a tracheostomy. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cleaning the inner cannula with sterile technique prevents infection and ensures airway patency, a priority in tracheostomy care. Suctioning (
A) is as needed, not routine, tie changes (
C) are less frequent, and dressings (
D) should be pre-cut and moisture-resistant.
Question 5 of 5
The client states, 'My discharge plan leaves me with a lot to do. I don't think I can do it. I'm never good at doing things.' The nurse knows the client lacks:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Expressing doubt in ability to manage the discharge plan indicates low self-efficacy, a belief in one's capacity to execute tasks.