NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a history of heart failure. Which of the following findings would indicate worsening heart failure?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight gain of 2 kg in 24 hours indicates fluid retention, a sign of worsening heart failure due to decreased cardiac output. Normal blood pressure (
B), heart rate (
C), and clear lungs (
D) do not suggest decompensation.
Extract:
On the second day of surgery, the mother reported fever and rapid respirations on her child. The child's temperature was 39°C.
Question 2 of 5
The first action taken by the nurse should be to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fever and rapid respirations post-surgery may indicate infection or complications, requiring immediate physician notification.
Extract:
A 4-year-old child is being discharge.
Question 3 of 5
What is the suitable car seat for the child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A 4-year-old typically uses a forward-facing car seat with a harness, appropriate for their size.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
The physician writes an order for furosemide (Lasix) 120 mg. Each tablet contains 40 mg. How many tablets would you administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 120 mg ÷ 40 mg/tab = 3 tablets. Whole tablets are administered, and 3 tabs is exact. Other options are incorrect calculations or non-standard dosing.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should teach parents of small children that the most common type of first-degree burn is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sunburn is the most common first-degree burn in children due to frequent sun exposure without adequate protection. Education on sunscreen use is critical. Safety and Infection Control