NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old client who has iron deficiency anemia. The nurse should recognize that this condition is most likely the result of
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Excessive cow's milk intake in toddlers can lead to iron deficiency anemia due to low iron content and potential for gastrointestinal irritation.
Question 2 of 5
Following a motor vehicle crash, the nurse stops to help a victim who has a laceration with spurting blood. The nurse giving reasonable assistance could be held liable despite Good Samaritan laws in which situations? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C
Rationale: Accepting money negates Good Samaritan protection, and failure to apply direct pressure could be considered negligent care.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse makes a home visit to a client with Alzheimer disease. While reviewing the client's home care needs, the client's spouse states, 'It's hard to see my spouse worsen each day. I'm not sure I can keep doing this alone anymore.' Which response by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the spouse's daily challenges encourages open communication and helps identify specific support needs.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who recently had an amputation has an above-the-knee prosthesis. Which nursing action will do the most to help the client adjust to the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing self-management fosters independence and confidence with the prosthesis, promoting adjustment.
Question 5 of 5
An anxious parent of a 4 year-old consults the nurse for guidance in how to answer the child's question, 'Where do babies come from?' What is the nurse's best response to the parent?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: When a child asks a question, give a simple answer. Honesty is important, but answers should be simple and age-appropriate, providing only the information the child is ready to understand.