NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for several clients. When thinking about long-term goals, the nurse knows that which of these clients has the best prognosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage I Hodgkin's lymphoma has a high cure rate (over 90%) with treatment, offering the best prognosis compared to leukemia, osteosarcoma, or multiple myeloma.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has attended a staff education program about interdisciplinary communication. The nurse should recognize that the most important outcome of effective interdisciplinary communication is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Effective interdisciplinary communication primarily reduces medical errors by ensuring accurate information sharing.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing a tonic-clonic seizure. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Suctioning, side-lying position, and assistance protect the client. Restraining or using a tongue blade can cause injury.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking about diaper changes with a client who is 48 hours postpartum. The client states, 'I cannot change my baby's diaper as well as you can. Will you change it for me?' Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the client while they change the diaper builds confidence and promotes independence.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a woman who is admitted for a hysterectomy. The woman does not speak English. No staff members speak the client's language. Which approach by the nurse would be most appropriate when communicating with the client about her care before and after the surgery?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The nurse should request an interpreter from social services to ensure accurate communication. Using a child to interpret is inappropriate due to medical terminology and privacy concerns. Pictures, gestures, or slow speech in English are insufficient for surgical care discussions.