NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse answers a call light on a client not assigned to the nurse. The client, who was just admitted from the emergency department, requests a cup of coffee. What is the appropriate intervention?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Suggesting water (
D) is safe until dietary orders are confirmed. Coffee (A,
C) may be contraindicated, and waiting (
B) doesn't address the request.
Question 2 of 5
The wife of a 65 -year-old man says to the clinic nurse, 'I think the doctor should check out my husband's hearing. Either he is totally ignoring me and everyone else or he has a hearing problem.' How is the man likely to respond when the nurse asks him if he has difficulty hearing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: People who are losing their hearing usually complain that the people around them mutter. Denial is a very common response to hearing loss. Most older people who are having difficulties with hearing wait years before they will admit to hearing loss and accept treatment. Most older people who are losing their hearing hear lower frequencies (men's voices) better than higher frequencies (women's voices). Answer 4 not only indicates denial, but it also suggests that the client is in despair as opposed to ego integrity.
Question 3 of 5
A client with emphysema visits the clinic. While teaching about proper nutrition, the nurse should emphasize that the client should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Use oxygen during meals to improve gas exchange. This supports breathing and energy needs during eating.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing an educational presentation on herbal supplements for the local community center. The nurse anticipates discussion of saw palmetto to what type of clients?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saw palmetto is commonly used for benign prostatic hyperplasia (
C) to relieve urinary symptoms. It is not indicated for dyslipidemia (
A), depression (
B), or hot flashes (
D).
Question 5 of 5
The best position for the client with a right total hip replacement is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Supine with pillows supporting the leg prevents dislocation while maintaining alignment. Flexion or adduction risks complications.