NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse cares for a client diagnosed with Addison disease. Which clinical finding would the nurse anticipate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Addison disease causes weight loss (
D) due to cortisol deficiency. Acanthosis nigricans (
A), hirsutism (
B), and truncal obesity (
C) are associated with other endocrine disorders.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a young child at a clinic visit for a mild respiratory infection. Koplik spots are noted on the oral mucous membranes. The nurse should then assess which area of the body?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The skin. A characteristic sign of rubeola is Koplik spots (small red spots with a bluish white center). These are found on the buccal mucosa about 2 days before and after the onset of the measles rash.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following activities would be best tolerated by a client with muscular dystrophy?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Swimming is low-impact and supports muscles, making it the best activity for a client with muscular dystrophy, which causes muscle weakness.
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 has taught the parent of a pediatric client who will be receiving growth hormone replacement therapy. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Expecting equal height to peers (
B) is unrealistic, as outcomes vary. Bedtime dosing (
A), discontinuation at bone closure (
C), and x-rays (
D) are correct.