NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a school-aged client recently diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The nurse should recognize that the client is at risk for experiencing
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with ADHD often face challenges with academic performance and social interactions, increasing the risk of low self-esteem. A is not typically associated with ADHD. B and D are more relevant to psychotic disorders, not ADHD.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for clients who are having the following procedures. Which client should be asked about allergies to shellfish?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Myelograms often use iodine-based contrast; shellfish allergies may indicate iodine sensitivity, requiring verification. Arthroscopy, arthrocentesis, and EMG do not typically involve contrast.
Question 3 of 5
A 6 month-old infant who is being treated for developmental dysplasia of the hip has been placed in a hip spica cast. The nurse should teach the parents to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Check every few hours for the next day or 2 for swelling in the baby's feet. A child in a hip spica cast must be checked for circulatory impairment. The extremities are observed for swelling, discoloration, movement and sensation.
Question 4 of 5
A 19-year-old primigravida is admitted for observation due to a sudden increase in blood pressure. The doctor suspects a diagnosis of pregnancy-induced hypertension. Which of the following is considered a significant factor in the development of pregnancy-induced hypertension?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A history of hypertension is a significant risk factor for developing pregnancy-induced hypertension (preeclampsia), as it indicates a predisposition to vascular issues.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse at the radiological imaging center is admitting a client for an MRI of the right knee. Which information obtained by the nurse should be reported immediately to the prescribing health care provider?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An ICD is a contraindication for MRI due to magnetic interference, requiring immediate reporting. Other findings are less critical.