NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse assesses the development of a three-month-old boy in the well-baby clinic. Which of the following behaviors, if observed by the nurse, would be UNEXPECTED?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Grasping objects is expected around 6 months, not 3 months, making this behavior unexpected. Holding the head erect (
A), turning to sound (
C), and spontaneous smiling (
D) are typical for a 3-month-old.
Question 2 of 5
Which client is at risk for the development of pernicious anemia?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gastric resection can lead to pernicious anemia due to reduced intrinsic factor production, impairing vitamin B12 absorption.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for several clients who will be undergoing diagnostic tests. Which client must the nurse ask about allergies to shellfish? An adult who is scheduled for:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Shellfish allergies may indicate iodine sensitivity, critical for contrast dye used in CT scans, unlike MRI, EEG, or sleep studies.
Question 4 of 5
A client who has been drinking for five years states that he drinks when he gets upset about 'things' such as being unemployed or feeling like life is not leading anywhere. The nurse understands that the client is using alcohol as a way to deal with
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Life's stressors. Alcohol is used to cope with stress and anxiety, though it may exacerbate negative feelings.
Question 5 of 5
An adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus is experiencing a growth spurt. Which treatment approach would be most effective for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: During an adolescent growth spurt, a regimen of multiple insulin doses achieves better control of the blood glucose level because it more closely simulates endogenous insulin release. A single daily dose of insulin wouldn't control this client's blood glucose level as effectively. Limiting dietary fat intake wouldn't help the body use glucose at the cellular level. An adolescent with type 1 diabetes mellitus doesn't produce insulin and therefore can't receive an oral antidiabetic agent instead of insulin.