NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Tests Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is collecting data from a client with a history of alcohol use disorder who had an emergency appendectomy 3 days ago. Which of the following findings would indicate that the client is experiencing delirium tremens? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Delirium tremens presents with diaphoresis, hallucinations, and tachycardia due to autonomic hyperactivity. Bradypnea and lethargy are not typical; agitation is more common.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who has a new prescription for Rh immunoglobulin. The client has an Rh-negative blood type and gave birth 24 hours ago to a newborn who has an Rh-positive blood type. Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Rh immunoglobulin prevents antibody formation against Rh-positive fetal blood, given within 72 hours postpartum. The prenatal dose is separate, 6 weeks is too late, and 3-month testing is not standard.
Question 3 of 5
The client has an IV in place when he returns for surgery. While examining the IV site, the licensed practical nurse notices pallor, coolness, and edema. The nurse is aware that these are signs of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pallor, coolness, and edema at an IV site indicate infiltration, where IV fluid leaks into surrounding tissue. Infection shows redness and warmth, thrombus formation may cause pain and redness, and sclerosing involves vein hardening, not edema.
Question 4 of 5
A client who had a bowel resection 5 days ago says, 'I felt like I split open when I coughed.' The nurse finds the incision edges separated and bowel protruding through the wound. Which of the following actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,E
Rationale: Vital signs, sterile saline dressings, provider notification, and low Fowler with flexed knees manage dehiscence and evisceration. Oxycodone is inappropriate during this emergency.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching the client the appropriate way to use a metered dose inhaler. Which observation indicates the client needs additional teaching?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: When using a metered dose inhaler, the client should wait 1-2 minutes between puffs to ensure proper absorption, not 30 seconds. Answer C indicates a need for additional teaching. Answers A, B, and D describe correct techniques for inhaler use.