NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Prep Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 4 year-old for possible developmental dysplasia of the right hip. Which finding would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Characteristic limp. Developmental dysplasia produces a characteristic limp in children who are walking, indicating hip joint instability.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse practicing on a long-term care unit cares for a client with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Which action should the nurse assign to experienced unlicensed assistive personnel?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Checking blood glucose and reporting results is within UAP scope if trained. Teaching, monitoring for hypoglycemia, and updating care plans require nursing judgment and are outside UAP scope.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer ear drops to an adult client. It would require follow-up if the nurse
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the dropper into the ear canal risks injury and contamination. Ear drops should be instilled by holding the dropper above the canal. Other actions are correct: room-temperature drops prevent discomfort, pulling the pinna straightens the canal, and a cotton ball retains the medication.
Question 4 of 5
Following change-of-shift report on an orthopedic unit, which client should the nurse see first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Look for the client who has the most imminent risks and acute vulnerability. The client who returned from surgery 2 hours ago is at risk for life threatening hemorrhage and should be seen first.
Question 5 of 5
An older adult is diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma. Which comment by the client indicates understanding of the management of the condition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Daily eye drops control intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma, a chronic condition, indicating understanding, unlike expecting a cure, contagiousness, or immediate surgery.