NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is discussing hypertension with a group of people. Which person is at greatest risk for hypertension?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Age, obesity, smoking, and family history of hypertension confer the highest risk, as seen in the 63-year-old Caucasian female.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who does not speak English. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to facilitate communication with the client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Short sentences aid clarity. Gender preference respects cultural needs. Ensuring understanding confirms effective communication. Using a spouse risks bias, and speaking to the interpreter excludes the client.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a small piece of wood penetrating the right eye. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stabilizing the object prevents further damage until surgical removal. Flushing , removing , or applying ointment risks worsening the injury.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who has a tracheostomy needs to be suctioned. How should the nurse position the client for this procedure?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Semi-sitting facilitates airway access and reduces aspiration risk during tracheostomy suctioning. Supine or lateral positions are less effective.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse employed in a woman's health care clinic would be most concerned about which client statement?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Red, warm breast with indented skin suggests inflammatory breast cancer, requiring urgent evaluation. A mobile lump is often benign, nipple pain is common in breastfeeding, and cyclic nodules are typically hormonal.