NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a newborn who has just been diagnosed with hypospadias. When discussing the defect with the parents, the nurse should communicate that
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Surgery will be performed in stages. Hypospadias correction is done in stages as soon as the infant can tolerate surgery.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching adolescents about sexually transmitted diseases, what should the nurse emphasize that is the most common infection?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chlamydia. It has the highest incidence among sexually transmitted diseases, requiring emphasis on prevention.
Extract:
Thrombus formation is a danger for all post operative patients. The nurse should act independently to prevent this complication by:
Question 3 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 4 of 5
The nurse is taking a health history from a Native American client. It is critical that the nurse must remember that eye contact with such clients is considered
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rude. Native Americans consider direct eye contact to be impolite or aggressive among strangers.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client with pneumococcal pneumonia. Which of the following would be most effective in removing respiratory secretions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Increasing oral fluid intake to 3000 cc per day. Secretion removal is enhanced with adequate hydration, which thins and liquefies secretions.