NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for several 70 to 80 year-old clients on bed rest. What is the most important measure to prevent skin breakdown?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent turning. Frequent turning will prevent skin breakdown by relieving prolonged pressure on any one area.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with Hodgkin's disease who will be receiving radiation therapy. The nurse recognizes that, as a result of the radiation therapy, the client is most likely to experience
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: nausea. Because the client with Hodgkin's disease is usually healthy when therapy begins, the nausea is especially troubling.
Question 3 of 5
A woman comes into the labor suite stating that her water has broken and she is in labor. Which symptoms point to the possible presence of placenta previa?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Placenta previa typically presents with bright red, painless vaginal bleeding due to the placenta covering the cervix, distinguishing it from abruptio placentae or other conditions.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is responsible for teaching the client regarding dietary choices to provide needed magnesium. Which food is a good source of magnesium?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spinach is a rich source of magnesium, found in green leafy vegetables, nuts, and whole grains. Apple , liver , and squash have lower magnesium content.
Question 5 of 5
A primigravida begins labor when her family is unavailable and she is alone. She is very upset that her family is not with her. Which approach can the nurse take to meet the client's needs at this time?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Allow the client to select another individual to give support. This allows her to have someone with her until her family can be with her.