NCLEX-PN
2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assessing for side effects from the administration of a dose of penicillin (Bicillin). Which assessment finding best justifies withholding the I.M. administration of penicillin until consulting the prescribing physician?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A red, itchy rash is a sign of a possible allergic reaction to penicillin, which could progress to anaphylaxis, necessitating immediate consultation with the physician.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of epilepsy about phenobarbital. Which instruction is most important?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Taking phenobarbital at the same time daily maintains consistent blood levels, preventing breakthrough seizures.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected stroke. Which finding requires immediate notification of the physician?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Slurred speech is a hallmark sign of stroke, indicating potential neurological damage and requiring urgent medical intervention.
Question 4 of 5
If the nurse collects all of the following data when performing a newborn's initial assessment, which assessment finding is most important to report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Flaccid muscle tone in a newborn may indicate neurological or muscular issues, requiring immediate reporting, whereas the other findings are normal or less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
A client with pneumonia is receiving intravenous antibiotics. Which assessment finding suggests the treatment is effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A decreased white blood cell count indicates the body is responding to antibiotics by reducing the inflammatory response to infection.