NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
The most sensitive and easily quantifiable measure of circulatory status in a child is
Question 1 of 5
The most sensitive and easily quantifiable measure of circulatory status in a child is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Capillary refill time is a quick, sensitive indicator of perfusion in children.
Extract:
The maximum safe height at which the container of fluid can be held when administering an enema is:
Question 2 of 5
The maximum safe height at which the container of fluid can be held when administering an enema is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 45 cm (18 inches) ensures safe pressure to avoid bowel injury during an enema.
Extract:
Disease of which of the following structures is most likely to affect electrolyte re-absorption?
Question 3 of 5
Glomerulus
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Renal tubules are responsible for electrolyte reabsorption, and their dysfunction affects balance.
Extract:
A male, Hispanic client with history of excessive 'alcohol-drinking', was admitted with a diagnosis of recurrent pancreatitis. On admission, the client was complaining of unbearable pain.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Demerol is preferred for pancreatitis pain to avoid sphincter of Oddi spasm associated with morphine.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent a total hip replacement 48 hours ago. Which of the following actions is MOST important to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping the affected leg in a neutral position (e.g., avoiding adduction or extreme rotation) prevents hip dislocation, a major complication post-hip replacement. Ambulation (
A) is important but secondary, antibiotics (
C) depend on orders, and monitoring infection (
D) is routine.