NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent a mastectomy 24 hours ago. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging arm exercises prevents lymphedema and restores mobility post-mastectomy. Dependent positioning (
B) increases edema, heating pads (
C) risk tissue damage, and fluid restriction (
D) is unnecessary and harmful.
Question 2 of 5
The physician has ordered thiamine 100 mg IM for a client with chronic alcoholism. The primary reason for giving thiamine is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Thiamine is given to treat or prevent neurological symptoms, such as Wernicke's encephalopathy, caused by thiamine deficiency in chronic alcoholism.
Extract:
The nursing intervention that should be instituted immediately to relieve the symptoms associated with the patient's hypoglycemic reaction include:
Question 3 of 5
Giving 8 oz of fruit juice with 2 tablespoon of sugar.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fruit juice with sugar provides rapid glucose to reverse hypoglycemia effectively.
Extract:
Rosemarie is 24 years old, G1P0, admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse observes indications of positive response from treatments and signs that the patient is recovering from the disease by which of the following assessment data?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Multiple Sclerosis temporarily affects both sensory and motor functions. Being able to walk with a stable gait is a sign that the motor function is returning to normal.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client. The client abruptly says to the nurse, 'The moon is full. Astronauts walk on the moon. Walking is a good health habit.' The client's remarks most likely indicate
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Loose associations. The client's statements are loosely connected by related words, indicating disorganized thought.