NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses a client with chronic alcoholism who has been drinking up to the time of admission. During which time frame after admission is the nurse most likely to observe initial signs of alcohol withdrawal in this client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Alcohol withdrawal symptoms typically begin 12 to 72 hours after the last drink, with initial signs like tremors and anxiety appearing within this timeframe.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about self-catheterization. Which instruction ensures proper technique?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Inserting the catheter until urine flows, then advancing 1–2 inches, ensures proper placement in the bladder to avoid trauma or incomplete drainage.
Question 3 of 5
A client with chronic kidney disease is on a low-potassium diet. Which food should the nurse advise the client to avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which can accumulate in chronic kidney disease, leading to hyperkalemia and cardiac complications.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about warfarin (Coumadin) therapy. Which food should the client limit to avoid interfering with the medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Broccoli is high in vitamin K, which can antagonize warfarin's anticoagulant effect, so intake should be limited or consistent to maintain stable INR levels.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a history of Crohn's disease reports diarrhea. Which dietary recommendation is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dairy products can exacerbate diarrhea in Crohn's disease due to lactose intolerance, so they should be avoided.