NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse in the outpatient clinic is talking with a client who was diagnosed with hypertension 6 months ago. The client’s current blood pressure is 170/94 mm Hg. Which of the following questions would be most important for the nurse to ask?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Medication adherence is the most critical factor to assess in uncontrolled hypertension (170/94 mm Hg), as non-compliance is a common cause. Stress, diet, and smoking are secondary.
Question 2 of 5
While caring for a client in skeletal traction, which tasks can the nurse assign to experienced unlicensed assistive personnel to help prevent immobility hazards? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Assisting with range of motion, reapplying compression devices, and reminding about spirometry are within UAP scope and prevent immobility issues. Assessing extremities and logrolling require nursing judgment.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse assigns a task to unlicensed assistive personnel. They state, 'We can’t do that.' Which is the best initial response for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking the reason clarifies whether the refusal is due to scope, training, or other issues, promoting collaboration. Performing the task, ignoring, or lecturing avoids addressing the root cause.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a suspected stroke who is scheduled for a CT scan of the head. Which of the following assessments would be a priority for the nurse to make prior to the CT scan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allergies to contrast media are critical to assess before a CT scan to prevent anaphylaxis. Asthma, glucose, and vital signs are important but secondary to contrast safety.
Question 5 of 5
A 3-year-old child had a seizure two days ago when the child's temperature was 105°F. The child has had no previous seizures. Today, the parent and the child are in the physician's office. What should the nurse include when teaching the parent?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A febrile seizure at 105°F in a 3-year-old without prior seizures suggests a one-time event; ibuprofen for fevers above 101°F helps prevent recurrence, while epilepsy or immediate reporting is premature.