NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for assigned clients. The nurse should first check the client
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fever, redness, and pain around pin sites suggest a possible infection at the external fixation site, which is a priority due to the risk of osteomyelitis or systemic infection.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is conducting a home visit to assess an elderly client with advanced heart failure who lives alone. When the nurse asks about sodium intake, the client becomes angry and says, 'I'm so tired of people telling me what to do! I'm going to eat what I want, so leave me alone!' Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's anger and inviting them to express their feelings promotes therapeutic communication, helping to de-escalate the situation and address underlying concerns.
Question 3 of 5
Spirituality affects a client's life in all of the following areas except:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Spirituality is a belief in or relationship with some higher power, creative force, divine being, or infinite source of energy and does not have any effect on genetic makeup.
Question 4 of 5
An adult client is receiving oxygen at 6 L/min. The client asks the nurse why the oxygen is running through bubbling water. What should be included in the nurse's reply?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bubbling water in oxygen delivery systems humidifies the oxygen, preventing mucosal drying. It doesn't cool oxygen, prevent fires, or reduce infections.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who was prescribed oral theophylline. Which client statement indicates that additional teaching is required?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cimetidine inhibits theophylline metabolism, increasing toxicity risk. Omeprazole is safer, and this statement indicates a need for further teaching.