NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse administered an intramuscular injection to an adult. How should the nurse dispose of the needle and syringe?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Immediately placing the needle and syringe in a sharps container prevents needlestick injuries. Recapping or separating risks exposure, and cutting is unsafe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is assessing a newborn who is 1 hour old. Which of the following findings should be reported to the healthcare provider? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: B,C
Rationale: Nasal flaring and grunting indicate respiratory distress, requiring immediate reporting. A respiratory rate of 50 and temperature of 36.5°C are normal for a newborn.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected rheumatoid arthritis. Which of the following findings would support this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Morning stiffness lasting over 30 minutes is a hallmark of rheumatoid arthritis due to synovial inflammation. Heberden’s nodes (
B) indicate osteoarthritis, single-joint pain (
C) suggests injury, and fever/weight loss (
D) are nonspecific without joint involvement.
Extract:
Ron is 4-year-old child being discharge to home after an uneventful tonsillectomy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would suggest that the appropriate car seat for the child is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A booster car seat is appropriate for a bigger child like a 4-year-old, ensuring proper restraint and safety.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A client states, 'I eat a well-balanced diet. I do not smoke. I exercise regularly, and I have a yearly checkup with my physician. What else can I do to help prevent cancer?' The nurse should respond with which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed actions—adequate sleep, self-breast exams, and stress reduction—contribute to cancer prevention by supporting immune function, early detection, and overall health. Health Promotion and Management