NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the ED plans to assess three children: a 5-year-old with measles (rubeola), a 2-year-old with roseola, and a 6-year-old with rubella. Based on the severity of the infection, which child should the nurse plan to assess first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rubeola has a higher risk of severe complications (e.g., pneumonia, encephalitis) compared to roseola or rubella, which are generally milder.
Question 2 of 5
The school nurse is reviewing the immunization record of the 8-year-old incoming student. Which finding warrants further follow-up by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hepatitis B requires 3 doses for full immunization, so 2 doses warrant follow-up.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning care for the adolescent client being admitted with newly diagnosed active TB secondary to AIDS. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Active TB requires airborne precautions to prevent transmission, especially in an immunocompromised patient with AIDS.
Question 4 of 5
The 21-year-old who has been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) asks about changes she could make to help control her disease. Which statement is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A. Although an anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen (Advil) may help reduce pelvic pain, this is not a lifestyle change. B. Oral contraceptives are useful in regulating the menstrual cycle for clients with PCOS and are utilized (not avoided) to treat this syndrome. C. Maintaining a monogamous sexual relationship will not impact PCOS. D. Obesity exacerbates insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia associated with PCOS.
Question 5 of 5
The adolescent client diagnosed with HIV has a CD4-positive T-lymphocyte count of 160 mcL. The nurse evaluates that interventions have been most effective when which outcome in the client's plan of care is achieved?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A CD4 count of 160 mcL indicates severe immunosuppression; preventing opportunistic infections is the most critical outcome.