NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The mother of a 4 month-old infant asks the nurse about the dangers of sunburn while they are on vacation at the beach. Which of the following is the best advice about sun protection for this child?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Infants under 6 months of age should be kept out of the sun or shielded from it. Even on a cloudy day, the infant can be sunburned while near water. A hat and light protective clothing should be worn.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following findings suggests a complication in a client with surgical removal of a pituitary tumor?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Polyuria may indicate diabetes insipidus, a common complication post-pituitary surgery due to disruption of antidiuretic hormone production.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is initiating a prescription for levothyroxine for a client with hypothyroidism. Which of the following actions would be most important for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Levothyroxine is contraindicated in pregnancy without careful monitoring due to fetal risks, so confirming a negative pregnancy test is critical. Menstrual history is less urgent, mouth/throat assessment is unrelated, and teaching symptoms is important but secondary.
Question 4 of 5
In an obstetrical emergency, which of the following actions should the nurse perform first after the baby delivers?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Suctioning the baby's mouth and nose first ensures a clear airway, critical for newborn respiration. Other actions follow based on the situation. Safety and Infection Control
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with newly prescribed hearing aids. Which of the following actions by the client indicate proper use and care of hearing aids? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Lowering TV volume indicates effective hearing aid use, turning volume down prevents feedback, and verifying the battery compartment ensures functionality. Rinsing with water damages hearing aids, and placing them on a food tray risks contamination or loss.