NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a dark-skinned client hospitalized with hepatitis. The nurse can best observe the presence of jaundice in the client by assessing the client's:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The sclera is the most reliable site to assess jaundice in dark-skinned clients, as bilirubin deposition is visible in the whites of the eyes.
Question 2 of 5
A young woman comes to the physician's office seeking contraceptive advice. The client reports all of the following. Which contraindicates the use of oral contraceptives?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thrombophlebitis is a contraindication for oral contraceptives due to increased clotting risk. Past gonorrhea, family diabetes, or recent bladder infection are not absolute contraindications.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with a suspected myocardial infarction. Which of the following findings would be MOST concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: New-onset ventricular arrhythmias are life-threatening in myocardial infarction, indicating myocardial irritability and risk of sudden cardiac death, requiring immediate intervention. Chest pain relieved by rest (
A), mild hypertension (
B), and tachycardia (
C) are less urgent.
Extract:
A patient was placed on a low sodium diet. The family asks if they can bring some snacks from home.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse suggests that they bring foods low in sodium such as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fresh oranges are naturally low in sodium, suitable for a low-sodium diet.
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Question 5 of 5
A 15-month-old child with Hirschsprung's disease comes for a checkup. The mother reports all of the following. Which indicates a need for more instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Limiting physical activity is unnecessary and may hinder development in Hirschsprung's disease; enemas, low-residue diet, and stool softeners are appropriate for managing constipation.