NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of diverticulitis. Which of the following dietary recommendations should the nurse provide to prevent flare-ups?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A high-fiber diet promotes regular bowel movements and reduces pressure in the colon, preventing diverticulitis flare-ups. Nuts and seeds (
A) may irritate diverticula, a low-fiber diet (
B) worsens symptoms, and dairy restriction (
D) is unnecessary unless lactose intolerant.
Extract:
Marie is a 38-year-old primigravida who is admitted with a diagnosis of pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH).
Question 2 of 5
Priority nursing care on the patient with PIH include:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Low urine output (335 ml/24 hours) indicates possible renal involvement in PIH, a priority for monitoring and reporting to prevent further complications.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A young boy is recently diagnosed with a seizure disorder. Which of the following statements by the boy's mother indicates a need for further teaching by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Laying a seizing child on their back risks aspiration; the correct position is on the side. The other statements reflect appropriate seizure management. Reduction of Risk Potential
Extract:
Two days postpartum a patient who had a C-section delivery complains of pain in the right leg.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse should instruct the patient to
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Leg pain post-C-section may indicate a deep vein thrombosis, requiring bed rest and physician notification.
Extract:
When explaining the therapeutic regimen of vitamin B12 for pernicious anemia to a patient the nurse should explain that:
Question 5 of 5
When explaining the therapeutic regimen of vitamin B12 for pernicious anemia to a patient the nurse should explain that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Monthly B12 injections maintain control in pernicious anemia due to absorption deficits.