NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 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.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing new orders for a client with chronic kidney disease. The nurse should clarify the order for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Magnesium hydroxide risks toxicity in CKD due to impaired excretion. Sodium restriction , fluid restriction , and furosemide are appropriate.
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
BUN
10-20 mg/dL
(3.6-7.1 mmol/L)
Question 3 of 5
An 80-year-old client is receiving amikacin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, IVPB every 12 hours. Which of the following data obtained by the practical nurse is most important to report to the registered nurse before the client receives the next dose?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tinnitus may indicate ototoxicity, requiring immediate reporting. Low BP and urine output are less urgent without context of medication.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The client presents to the unit with complaints of shortness of breath. A tentative diagnosis of respiratory acidosis related to pneumonia is made. Which finding would support this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Respiratory acidosis is characterized by a low pH (<7.35) and elevated CO₂ (>45 mmHg) due to impaired gas exchange, as in pneumonia. Option B (pH 7.35, CO₂ 46, HCO₃ 27) is closest to this profile, with slight compensation. Options A, C, and D show normal or alkalotic pH or low CO₂.
Question 5 of 5
An adult postoperative client vomits, and his abdominal wound eviscerates. What is the best initial action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering exposed intestines with sterile moist dressings prevents infection and drying of tissue, stabilizing the client until surgical intervention. Packing intestines risks contamination, irrigation is inappropriate, and vital signs are secondary to immediate protection.