NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is contributing to a staff education program about cancer screening. Which of the following findings should the nurse suggest including as a possible warning sign of cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unintentional weight loss is a cancer warning sign. BPH is benign, a mobile lesion is likely benign, and cough/fever suggest infection.
Question 2 of 5
At a routine health assessment, a client tells the nurse that she is planning a pregnancy in the near future. She asks about preconception diet changes. Which of the statements made by the nurse is best?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eat foods rich in folic acid. Folic acid is essential for preventing neural tube defects in the developing fetus, making it a critical preconception dietary recommendation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with acute pancreatitis. After pain management, which intervention should be included in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encourage the client to cough and deep breathe every 2 hours. Coughing and deep breathing prevent respiratory infections due to shallow respirations.
Question 4 of 5
An 18-month-old child has been placed in Bryant's traction. The nurse knows that the traction is properly applied when:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Bryant's traction for infants involves both legs at 90 degrees to the body, with buttocks slightly off the bed (fingers can fit underneath), ensuring proper alignment and traction force.
Question 5 of 5
The clinic nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about levothyroxine, which the health care provider has prescribed for newly diagnosed hypothyroidism. Which statement made by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Antacids reduce levothyroxine absorption, requiring further teaching. Blood monitoring , lifelong use , and morning dosing are correct.