NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has attended a staff education program about medication administration during pregnancy. Which of the following medications should the nurse recognize are contraindicated during pregnancy? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Lisinopril (teratogenic), isotretinoin (severe birth defects), and doxycycline (fetal bone/teeth damage) are contraindicated. Albuterol and levothyroxine are generally safe.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is teaching a mother how to administer eardrops to her children who are 1 and 6 years old. What should be included in the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale:
To straighten the ear canal of infants and toddlers, the ear needs to be pulled down and back.
To straighten the ear canal of older children, the ear should be pulled up and back.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client born at 42 weeks gestation. Which of the following potential clinical findings should the nurse anticipate for a postterm newborn? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Postterm newborns often have deep plantar creases, dry/peeling skin, long nails/hair, and minimal vernix due to prolonged gestation. Lanugo is more common in preterm infants.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 6-month-old client who has a new tracheostomy. Which of the following findings would indicate that the client's airway requires suctioning? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Audible gurgling, irritability, and low oxygen saturation (88%) indicate airway obstruction or secretions requiring suctioning. Normal heart rate (110/min) and respiratory rate (30/min) for a 6-month-old do not necessitate suctioning.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is to have a cardiac catheterization performed tomorrow. When preparing the client for the cardiac catheterization, it is essential for the nurse to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Shellfish allergies may indicate iodine sensitivity, critical for contrast dye used in cardiac catheterization.