NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person admitted with myasthenia gravis. What should be included in the nursing care plan for this person?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myasthenia gravis causes muscle weakness, increasing aspiration risk; checking swallowing reflexes ensures safe feeding. Other actions are irrelevant.
Extract:
When taking the BP of a patient who has AIDS the nurse must:
Question 2 of 5
Wear clean gloves.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Blood and body fluid precautions require that hands be washed before and after patient care to minimize the risk of transmission.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Which comment, if made by the client, indicates adjustment to the diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes mellitus?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Asking about injection ease reflects acceptance and engagement with self-management, indicating adjustment. Other comments show denial or secrecy.
Question 4 of 5
A 57-year-old woman is recently widowed. She states, 'I will never be able to learn how to manage the finances. My husband did all of that.' Select the nurse's response that could help raise the client's self-esteem.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Affirming the client's strength and ability to learn builds self-esteem and encourages confidence. The other responses are either critical or directive, potentially lowering self-esteem. Psychosocial Integrity
Extract:
A patient has been started on metformin for type 2 DM.
Question 5 of 5
You would tell your patient that the most common side effects of this drug are:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Frequent side effects of metformin include nausea and abdominal discomfort. Liver and kidney function tests are recommended before starting and periodically thereafter.