NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for ampicillin 1.5 g IV in 100 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride to be administered over 30 minutes. The nurse has tubing with a drop factor of 15 available. How many gtts/min should the client receive? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: 50
Rationale: Flow rate = (100 mL / 30 min) x (15 gtts/mL) = 50 gtts/min (
A).
Question 2 of 5
A woman has recently been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Which comment by the client indicates that she understands the nature of the disease process?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Using a cane for balance shows understanding of multiple sclerosis' chronic, progressive nature causing mobility issues, unlike expecting full recovery or avoiding grandchildren.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is discussing positioning with the family of a client who is at home following a total hip replacement a week ago. Which should be included in the discussion?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A pillow between the legs maintains hip abduction, preventing dislocation post-hip replacement, a critical positioning instruction.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing home care instructions to a client newly diagnosed with osteomalacia. Which of the following client statements indicate proper understanding of teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C, D
Rationale: Vitamin D-rich foods (
C) and physical activity (
D) improve bone health in osteomalacia. Avoiding calcium/phosphorus (
A), sunlight (
B), or using a cane (E) are incorrect or unnecessary.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted to the emergency room following an acute asthma attack. Which of the following assessments would be expected by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In asthma, the airways are narrowed, creating difficulty getting air in. A wheezing sound results.