NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assigned to care for 4 clients. Which of the following should be assessed immediately after hearing the report?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client with a peptic ulcer who has been vomiting all night. Persistent vomiting can lead to dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and potential complications such as perforation or bleeding in a client with a peptic ulcer, requiring immediate assessment.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer 2 continuous IV medications concurrently via a 20-gauge IV. What is the nurse's priority action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ensuring medication compatibility prevents chemical interactions or precipitation in the IV line, which could harm the client or obstruct the catheter.
Question 3 of 5
What should be included in the care plan of a client who has myxedema?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Myxedema (severe hypothyroidism) causes fatigue; frequent rest periods conserve energy. Deep breathing, cool environments, or high-calorie snacks are not prioritized.
Question 4 of 5
An infant is to be admitted with severe diarrhea. Which room assignment is best for this infant?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A private room prevents transmission of infectious diarrhea to others. Proximity to the station, sharing with a non-infectious patient, or another diarrheal infant increases risks.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a group of adults about modifiable cardiac risk factors. Which of the following should the nurse focus on first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Smoking cessation. Stopping smoking is the priority for clients at risk for cardiac disease, because of its effects of reducing oxygenation and constricting blood vessels.