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 reinforcing discharge instructions to the parent of a child with Kawasaki disease. The nurse informs the parent that the presence of which symptom should be immediately reported to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fever in Kawasaki disease may indicate persistent inflammation or complications, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted to the recovery room following an exploratory laparotomy. Which medication should be kept nearby?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Naloxone (Narcan) should be kept nearby to reverse opioid-induced respiratory depression, common after surgery due to anesthesia or pain management. Nitroprusside , flumazenil , and diphenhydramine are less relevant.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is performing tracheal suctioning and notes a previously used bottle of saline at the client's bedside. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A new, sterile saline bottle is required for suctioning to prevent infection. Reusing or relabeling an opened bottle is unsafe.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reviewing with a client how to collect a clean catch urine specimen. What is the appropriate sequence to teach the client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A clean catch urine is difficult to obtain and requires clear directions. Instructing the client to carefully clean the meatus, then void naturally with a steady stream prevents surface bacteria from contaminating the urine specimen. As starting and stopping flow can be difficult, once the client begins voiding it's best to just slip the container into the stream. Other responses do not reflect correct technique.