NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
The patient weighed 210 pounds on admission to the hospital. After 2 days of diuretic therapy the patient weighs 205.5 pounds.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse could estimate that the amount of fluid the patients has lost is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 1 pound equals approximately 0.5 L; a 4.5-pound loss equates to about 2 L of fluid.
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Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with acute pancreatitis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain management is the priority in acute pancreatitis to reduce patient distress and pancreatic stimulation. NG tubes, fluids, and ambulation follow based on orders and condition.
Question 3 of 5
A 2 year-old child is being treated with Amoxicillin suspension, 200 milligrams per dose, for acute otitis media. The child weighs 30 lb (15 kg) and the daily dose range is 20-40 mg/kg of body weight, in three divided doses every 8 hours. Using principles of safe drug administration, what should the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Give the medication as ordered. The prescribed dose (200 mg) is within the safe range of 20-40 mg/kg/day for a 15 kg child.
Extract:
Which of the following predisposing factors causes anemia among young adults?
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following predisposing factors causes anemia among young adults?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Poor diet lacking iron-rich meat and vegetables can cause anemia.
Extract:
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Question 5 of 5
After a patient has cataract surgery, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Avoiding vigorous activities like brushing prevents increased intraocular pressure post-cataract surgery.