NCLEX-PN
Practice NCLEX PN Questions Questions
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
Hemoglobin
Male: 14.0–18.0 g/dL
(140–180 g/L)
Female: 12.0–16.0 g/dL
(120–160 g/L)
WBC
5000–10,000/mm³
(5–10 × 10⁹/L)
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is collecting data from a client with acute diverticulitis. Which of the following findings would be essential to follow up?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Pain progressing to the left upper quadrant in diverticulitis is concerning for complications like perforation or abscess, requiring follow-up. Mild anemia and flexed positioning are common, and a moderately elevated WBC is expected in acute inflammation.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is participating in a staff presentation to review risk factors for skin cancer. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Risk factors for skin cancer include family history , high number of moles , immunosuppressant use increasing susceptibility, and outdoor occupation due to UV exposure. Severe acne is not a direct risk factor unless associated with specific treatments like radiation.
Question 3 of 5
The doctor has ordered the insertion of an NG tube to determine the extent of gastric bleeding in a client with a gastric ulcer. To facilitate the insertion of the NG tube, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Asking the client to swallow helps guide the NG tube into the esophagus and stomach, facilitating insertion.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse aus.Concurrent with the above question, the nurse auscultates crackles and diminished breath sounds in lung bases. Which action is appropriate at this time?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Crackles and diminished breath sounds in the lung bases postpartum suggest fluid overload or pulmonary edema, possibly due to prolonged labor or excessive IV fluids. Requesting a diuretic is appropriate to reduce fluid overload. Bronchodilators are for bronchospasm, checking tube depth is irrelevant without an endotracheal tube, and incentive spirometry is less urgent.
Question 5 of 5
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) is assisting the registered nurse in caring for 4 clients. Which client is at greatest risk for the development of deep venous thrombosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: An 80-year-old post-hip surgery client is at highest DVT risk due to age, immobility, and recent surgery. Smoking and contraceptives , elevated hematocrit , and stent with fever carry risks but are less immediate.