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
A nurse is preparing for a medical relief trip to West Africa and is concerned about a disruption in circadian rhythm from traveling across several time zones. Which supplement might help synchronize the body to environmental time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Melatonin helps regulate sleep-wake cycles and can mitigate jet lag.
Question 3 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.
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a 1-year-old client recently diagnosed with failure to thrive. Which of the following interventions should the nurse recommend including in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Assessing parenting, observing feedings, monitoring growth, and reviewing intake identify causes of failure to thrive. Nasogastric tubes are not initially indicated.
Question 5 of 5
A 4-year old is scheduled for a routine tonsillectomy. Which of the following lab findings should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A white cell count of 16,000 is elevated, suggesting infection, which must be reported before surgery. Hemoglobin , platelets , and urine specific gravity are normal.