NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
On the day of admission of a 55-year-old male patient came in with a diagnosis of acute MI
Question 1 of 5
The nurse has satisfactorily assisted the patient in prioritizing his concern when she discusses which of the following with the patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Medication and diet are critical to managing acute MI, preventing further cardiac events, and promoting recovery.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a patient about a low-sodium diet. Which of the following foods should the patient avoid?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Canned soups are high in sodium, worsening conditions like hypertension or heart failure. Fresh fruits, whole grains, and lean meats are low-sodium and appropriate for the diet.
Extract:
When taking the BP of a patient who has AIDS the nurse must:
Question 3 of 5
Wear clean gloves.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood and body fluid precautions require that hands be washed before and after patient care to minimize the risk of transmission.
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Question 4 of 5
An adult has returned to the nursing care unit following abdominal surgery. She has an order for meperidine IM PRN for severe pain or acetaminophen #3 PO PRN for mild to moderate pain. The nurse asks the client if she is experiencing pain now, and she states, 'Yes, I am.' What is the most appropriate initial action for the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Assessing pain location and degree using a scale determines the appropriate medication (mild vs. severe), ensuring tailored pain management.
Extract:
Pulsus Paradoxus is best described as
Question 5 of 5
Pulsus Paradoxus is best described as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Pulsus paradoxus is an exaggerated drop in systolic BP during inspiration.