NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with bacterial meningitis who has been placed on droplet precautions. Which personal protection is mandatory for the nurse when administering medications?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Droplet precautions for bacterial meningitis require a surgical mask to prevent transmission via respiratory droplets. A face shield, gown, or N95 respirator is not mandatory unless additional precautions are indicated.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a 16-year-old mother for potential child abuse. Which factor is most important when assessing the potential for child abuse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A history of being abused as a child is the strongest predictor of potential child abuse, as it influences parenting behaviors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is observing client care activities on the unit. It would require completion of an incident report if
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Administering escitalopram within 24 hours of phenelzine, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, risks serotonin syndrome, a life-threatening condition, requiring an incident report. Holding clozapine for low neutrophils, holding isosorbide for low blood pressure, and giving warfarin for a normal INR are appropriate actions.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse detects blood-tinged fluid leaking from the nose and ears of a head trauma client. What is the appropriate nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applying a bulky, loose dressing to the nose and ears permits the fluid to drain and provides a visual reference for the amount of drainage.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is giving instructions to a group of women about breast self-examination. Which statement indicates that the client needs more instruction about the procedure?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Breast self-exams should continue lifelong, not stop at menopause, as breast cancer risk persists. Other statements reflect correct technique.