NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with acute pancreatitis. After pain management, which intervention should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encourage the client to cough and deep breathe every 2 hours. Coughing and deep breathing prevent respiratory infections due to shallow respirations.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is scheduled for surgery today says to the nurse, 'Do you think I'll survive the surgery?' What is the best initial response for the nurse to give?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring concerns validates the client's fears, fostering trust and addressing anxiety therapeutically.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching on oral care and symptom management to a client with head and neck cancer who has developed mouth sores related to external radiation therapy. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Water-soluble lubricant , avoiding irritants , soft brushing , and saline rinses promote comfort. Alcohol-based mouthwash irritates sores.
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse is reviewing current medications with a client who has hypertension. Which of the following statements by the client would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Ibuprofen can reduce the efficacy of antihypertensives and cause fluid retention, worsening hypertension. Omeprazole , docusate , and hydrochlorothiazide are unlikely to interfere with hypertension management.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assisting in caring for a client who had a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy 48 hours ago and has developed diabetes insipidus. Which of the following prescriptions should the nurse clarify?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Desmopressin treats diabetes insipidus by replacing vasopressin. Checking urine osmolarity and serum sodium monitors the condition. Trendelenburg position is inappropriate as it may increase intracranial pressure post-hypophysectomy.