NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The licensed practical nurse is assisting the charge nurse in planning care for a client with a detached retina. Which of the following nursing diagnoses should receive priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alteration in mobility is priority for a detached retina, as positioning and activity restrictions prevent further detachment. Comfort, skin integrity, and O2 perfusion are secondary concerns.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 10-year-old client with osteomyelitis. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote age-appropriate growth and development during hospitalization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Schoolwork supports cognitive development for a 10-year-old. Imaginary play suits younger children, last-minute explanations increase anxiety, and independent play may not meet social needs.
Question 3 of 5
A home health nurse is managing care for an adolescent client with cystic fibrosis. Which of the following potential complications should the nurse consider when developing a nursing care plan? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Cystic fibrosis causes chronic hypoxemia , frequent infections , and vitamin deficiencies due to malabsorption. Diabetes insipidus is unrelated, and obesity is unlikely due to high metabolic demand.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client with major depressive disorder who is receiving isocarboxazid. Which of the following statements by the client would be a priority to follow up?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fatigue may indicate worsening depression or MAOI side effects, requiring urgent follow-up. Constipation and weight gain are common but less critical.
Question 5 of 5
The clinic nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about levothyroxine, which the health care provider has prescribed for newly diagnosed hypothyroidism. Which statement made by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antacids reduce levothyroxine absorption, requiring further teaching. Blood monitoring , lifelong use , and morning dosing are correct.