NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is scheduled to receive an oxytocin infusion to induce labor. The nurse should recognize that oxytocin infusion can lead to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oxytocin can cause uterine hyperstimulation, leading to fetal distress and potential cesarean delivery.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a surgical excision and biopsy of a tumor. The biopsy results show that the tumor is malignant, but the client has not yet been informed by the health care provider. The client asks the nurse, 'Am I going to die?' Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exploring the client's feelings is supportive and appropriate, as the nurse should not disclose results before the provider.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Suctioning, side-lying position, and assistance protect the client. Restraining or using a tongue blade can cause injury.
Extract:
Laboratory results
Hematocrit
Male: 42%-52%)
(0.42-0.52)
Female: 37%-47%
(0.37-0.47) 45%
(0.45)
Hemoglobin
Male: 14.0-18.0 g/dL
(140-180 g/L)
Female: 12.0-16.0 g/dL
(120-160 g/L) 15 g/dL
(150 g/L)
INR
0.8-1.1 1.3
Platelets
150,000-400,000/mm3
(150-400 × 109/L) 295,000/mm3
(295 × 109/L)
Question 4 of 5
A client is scheduled for an elective laparoscopic prostatectomy in the morning. The practical nurse should notify the registered nurse about which of the following assessment data as soon as possible before surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A temperature of 100.4 F with cough suggests a possible infection, which could contraindicate surgery due to increased risk of complications.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse on a medical surgical unit enters a room, finds a client unresponsive with no pulse, and starts 2 minutes of CPR. The nurse receives and attaches an automated external defibrillator, but no shock is advised. Which action should the nurse perform next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If no shock is advised, CPR should resume immediately with chest compressions to restore circulation.