NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 80-year-old client with Parkinson's disease. Which of the following nursing goals is MOST realistic and appropriate in planning care for this client?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Parkinson’s disease is progressive and irreversible, so maintaining optimal function within the client’s limitations (e.g., mobility, self-care) is realistic. Returning to usual activities (
A) or arresting progression (
D) is unrealistic, and preparing for death (
C) is premature unless terminal.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering heparin subcutaneously to a patient. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Heparin is injected into the abdomen for consistent absorption, avoiding muscle tissue. Aspiration risks bleeding, massaging causes bruising, and a shorter needle (e.g., 5/8 inch) is used.
Question 3 of 5
The rationale for refrigerating urine specimens that cannot be analyzed immediately is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Refrigeration slows urea breakdown into ammonia, which alkalinizes urine and promotes cellular degradation, preserving specimen integrity.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing a five-year-old child for surgery. The nurse notes that the child's parents are divorced and have joint legal custody. The informed consent for surgery has been signed by the mother. Which of the following actions by the nurse is BEST?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Consent from either parent with joint legal custody is sufficient for surgical procedures. Since the mother has provided informed consent, no further action is needed, and the nurse should continue preoperative preparation. Notifying the physician or surgery, or contacting the father, is unnecessary.
Extract:
A patient with cystic fibrosis has an order of aerosol treatment and physiotherapy.
Question 5 of 5
How will you carry out this order?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aerosol treatment loosens secretions, followed by physiotherapy to clear them.