NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of multiple sclerosis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A cool environment prevents symptom exacerbation in multiple sclerosis, as heat worsens neurological symptoms. High-intensity exercise (
A) may cause fatigue, muscle relaxants (
C) depend on symptoms, and fluid restriction (
D) is inappropriate.
Extract:
After the patient has refused the medication, the next step taken by the nurse will be:
Question 2 of 5
Document the patient's refusal.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the reason for refusal helps address concerns and promote adherence.
Extract:
A patient with pain and paresis of the left leg is scheduled for an electromyography.
Question 3 of 5
Before the test, the nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Electromyography involves needle insertion into muscles to assess electrical activity, requiring patient education.
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Question 4 of 5
A 38 year-old female client is admitted to the hospital with an acute exacerbation of asthma. This is her third admission for asthma in 7 months. She describes how she doesn't really like having to use her medications all the time. Which explanation by the nurse best describes the long-term consequence of uncontrolled airway inflammation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lung remodeling and permanent changes in lung function will result. Chronic inflammation causes airway edema and obstruction, leading to permanent lung damage.
Question 5 of 5
The licensed practical nurse is caring for a client with congestive heart failure. The nurse should immediately report the presence of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pink, frothy sputum indicates pulmonary edema, a life-threatening complication of CHF requiring immediate reporting. Edema, shortness of breath, and weak pulses are expected but less urgent.