NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
A patient has been receiving a cardiac glycoside, a diuretic, and a vasodilator and is on bedrest. The patient's apical pulse rate is 44.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse concludes that this pulse rate is most likely a result of the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cardiac glycosides like digoxin can cause bradycardia, especially at a pulse of 44.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A patient with a history of myocardial infarction is prescribed aspirin. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Avoiding other NSAIDs prevents increased bleeding risk with aspirin, a key antiplatelet post-MI. Empty stomach increases GI upset, ringing requires reporting, and aspirin is daily, not PRN.
Question 3 of 5
An 8 year-old child is hospitalized during the edema phase of minimal change nephrotic syndrome. The nurse is assisting in choosing the lunch menu. Which menu is the best choice?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: This menu is lowest in sodium. Ideally, low fat milk would be available.
Question 4 of 5
Which interventions are appropriate when caring for a client with acute thrombophlebitis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
To help treat thrombophlebitis, the nurse should prevent venostasis with measures such as applying warm soaks and elevating the client's legs. The client should remain on bed rest during the acute phase, after which the client may begin to walk while wearing antiembolism stockings. Treatment for thrombophlebitis may also include anticoagulants to prolong clotting time.
Extract:
The problem with sensory recognition is called
Question 5 of 5
The problem with sensory recognition is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Agnosia is the inability to recognize sensory input, such as objects or sounds.