NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Prep Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse, assisting in applying a cast to a client with a broken arm, knows that the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wet cast should be handled with the palms of hands. This prevents damage to the cast and ensures proper setting.
Question 2 of 5
A client is admitted for treatment of a right upper lobe infiltrate and to rule out tuberculosis. Which of these would be the most appropriate self-protective action by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Tight fitting, high-efficiency masks are required when caring for clients who have a suspected communicable disease of the airborne variety.
Question 3 of 5
The practical nurse is assisting the registered nurse in creating a care plan for a client who is intubated, on mechanical ventilation, and receiving continuous enteral tube feedings via a small-bore nasogastric tube. Which interventions should be included to prevent aspiration in this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Elevating the head of the bed (≥30 degrees) reduces reflux, proper cuff pressure seals the airway, monitoring distension detects feed intolerance, and cautious sedation prevents respiratory depression. Residual checks every 4-6 hours are standard, not 12.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who has osteoarthritis tells the clinic nurse that her joints have been more painful lately and her head aches and her ears are 'making funny buzzing sounds.' What question should the nurse ask the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: New symptoms with increased joint pain suggest possible medication side effects (e.g., NSAIDs causing tinnitus), making medication history critical.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who has experienced recent multiple falls and weight loss. The client lives with an adult child, but the nurse is questioning the safety of the home. Which of the following interdisciplinary team members would be most appropriate for the nurse to consult?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A social worker can assess the home environment, coordinate resources for safety modifications, and address caregiving concerns, making them the most appropriate consult for home safety evaluation.