NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse administers cimetidine (Tagamet) to a 79 year-old male with a gastric ulcer. Which parameter may be affected by this drug, and should be closely monitored by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The elderly are at risk for developing confusion when taking cimetidine, a drug that interacts with many other medications.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse supporting a family who has just experienced a sudden and unexpected death needs to know:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden death produces greater emotional turmoil and shock in survivors than does a gradual, expected death.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing skin care guidelines for a client who is receiving external radiation therapy. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Sun protection (
C), gentle washing (
D), and loose clothing (E) are correct for radiation therapy skin care. Ice packs (
A) can damage skin, and baby oil (
B) may irritate or trap radiation.
Question 4 of 5
A client receiving end-of-life care is no longer able to make decisions. The client's appointed medical power of attorney (MPOA) is considering placement of a percutaneous enterogastric feeding tube. The MPOA asks the nurse, 'What would you do if this was your family member?' How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Exploring pros and cons (
C) empowers the MPOA to make an informed decision. Personal opinions (
A), chaplain referral (
B), or family meetings (
D) are less direct.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing home care to an elderly woman who had a cerebrovascular accident several weeks ago. All of the following need to be done. Which should the nurse plan to do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Auscultating lung fields assesses respiratory status, a priority post-CVA to detect complications like pneumonia or atelectasis. Hygienic care, ambulation, and ROM are secondary.