NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client with pertussis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest including in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, E
Rationale: Monitoring respiratory effort (
A), droplet precautions (
B), and frequent fluids (E) manage pertussis symptoms and transmission. Negative pressure rooms (
C) are for airborne diseases, and cough suppressants (
D) may worsen mucus clearance.
Question 2 of 5
The spouse of a client with Alzheimer's disease expresses concern about the burden of caregiving. Which of the following actions by the nurse should be a priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Assisting caregivers to locate and join support groups is most helpful. Families share feelings and learn about services such as respite care. Health education is also available through local and national Alzheimer's chapters.
Question 3 of 5
Which test for diabetes measures the long-term management of the disease?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) measures average blood glucose over 2-3 months, assessing long-term diabetes control, unlike fasting, tolerance, or finger stick tests, which are short-term.
Question 4 of 5
A diabetic multigravida is scheduled for an amniocentesis at 32 weeks gestation to determine the L/S ratio and phosphatidyl glycerol level. The L/S ratio is 1:1 and the presence of phosphatidyl glycerol is noted. The nurse's assessment of this data is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An L/S ratio of 1:1 and presence of phosphatidyl glycerol suggest immature lungs, indicating a high risk for respiratory distress syndrome, so C is correct. Answers A, B, and D are not directly related to these findings.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client with pertussis. Which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest including in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, E
Rationale: Monitoring respiratory effort (
A), droplet precautions (
B), and frequent fluids (E) manage pertussis symptoms and transmission. Negative pressure rooms (
C) are for airborne diseases, and cough suppressants (
D) may worsen mucus clearance.