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:
Thrombus formation is a danger for all post operative patients. The nurse should act independently to prevent this complication by:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse should act independently to prevent this complication by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: In-bed exercises promote venous return, reducing the risk of thrombus formation.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
What finding signifies that children have attained the stage of concrete operations (Piaget)?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The stage of concrete operations is depicted by logical thinking and moral judgments.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is preparing to administer an intramuscular injection. Which of the following sites is most appropriate for an adult patient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ventrogluteal site is safest for IM injections in adults, minimizing nerve or vessel damage. Deltoid and vastus lateralis are alternatives but less preferred, and dorsogluteal is avoided due to sciatic nerve risk.
Question 5 of 5
An 82-year-old woman who has Alzheimer's disease is admitted to the acute care unit. She frequently gets out of bed and wanders in the hall, unable to find her way back to her room. She even gets in the beds of other clients. What nursing action is most appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A familiar picture on the door helps the Alzheimer's client recognize her room, reducing wandering safely. Restraints, roommate monitoring, or punishment are inappropriate or ineffective.