NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assisting with an education conference for graduate nurses about infant CPR. Which of the following statements are appropriate to include in the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Two minutes of CPR before defibrillator retrieval and assessing the brachial pulse for ≤10 seconds align with infant CPR guidelines. Compression depth is about one-third the chest, two fingers are used, and the ratio is 30:2 for a single rescuer.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse enters the room of a woman who had a vaginal hysterectomy three days ago and finds her crying. What is the best initial approach for the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about her concerns opens therapeutic communication, addressing her emotional needs directly and empathetically.
Question 3 of 5
The school nurse is called to the playground for an episode of mouth trauma. The nurse finds that the front tooth of a 9 year-old child has been avulsed ('knocked out'). After recovering the tooth, the initial response should be to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Rinse the tooth in water before placing it in the socket. Following avulsion of a permanent tooth, it is important to rinse the dirty tooth in water, saline solution or milk before re-implantation. If possible, replace the tooth in its socket within 30 minutes, avoiding contact with the root.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse working in an extended care facility transcribes a prescription from the health care provider for a single daily dose of 150 mg of ranitidine; this is to be taken orally at bedtime for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Of the following prescriptions, which one is transcribed correctly?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ranitidine 150 mg PO at bedtime accurately specifies the dose, route, and timing (qhs = at bedtime). Other options are less precise or redundant (e.g., ‘qd nightly’).
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting with the care of a newborn during circumcision. Which intervention is appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wrapping the upper body keeps the newborn warm and secure during circumcision. Sterile technique is required, snug diapers risk irritation, and feeding during the procedure poses a choking risk.