NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse employed in a woman's health care clinic would be most concerned about which client statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Red, warm breast with indented skin suggests inflammatory breast cancer, requiring urgent evaluation. A mobile lump is often benign, nipple pain is common in breastfeeding, and cyclic nodules are typically hormonal.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has received a prescription from the health care provider to administer 94 mg of methylprednisolone via IV push. The available vial contains 125 mg in 2 mL. Select the syringe containing the appropriate amount of medication to be administered.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calculate: 94 mg ÷ 125 mg/2 mL = 1.504 mL. Syringe 3 (typically 1.5 mL) is closest. Syringes 1, 2, and 4 are not specified but assumed incorrect volumes.
Question 3 of 5
A client with AIDS shows symptoms of herpes simplex stomatitis. Which drug therapy can be anticipated for the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acyclovir is an antiviral drug used to treat herpes simplex infections, including stomatitis in AIDS patients.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an adult male who is receiving haloperidol (Haldol). Which complaint by the client is of most concern to the nurse and should be immediately reported?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Leg cramping and restlessness suggest akathisia, a serious extrapyramidal side effect of haloperidol, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a small piece of wood penetrating the right eye. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stabilizing the object prevents further damage until surgical removal. Flushing , removing , or applying ointment risks worsening the injury.