NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent a total hip replacement 48 hours ago. Which of the following actions is MOST important to prevent complications?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Keeping the affected leg in a neutral position (e.g., avoiding adduction or extreme rotation) prevents hip dislocation, a major complication post-hip replacement. Ambulation (
A) is important but secondary, antibiotics (
C) depend on orders, and monitoring infection (
D) is routine.
Extract:
A male client in the dermatologist's clinic asked the nurse for information on contraceptives. The nurse, who was aware of her limited knowledge on contraceptives, has provided contact number for information to the client.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse's action was based on the Regulatory Board's standard of practice which is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing a contact number reflects competency by acknowledging limitations and ensuring accurate information.
Extract:
Gout is more prevalent in which of the following:
Question 3 of 5
Men
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gout has a higher prevalence in middle-aged or older men due to hormonal and metabolic factors.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
One of the campers at summer camp sprains his ankle. What action can the nurse take to help reduce the pain?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ice reduces swelling and pain in acute sprains. Exercise, dependent positioning, or steroids are inappropriate initially.
Extract:
You're able to elicit a Babinski's response in your 9-month-old patient.
Question 5 of 5
This is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A positive Babinski's response is normal in infants up to 12–24 months due to immature corticospinal tracts.