NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is giving unlicensed assistive personnel directions for bathing a client who has a surgical incision infected with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Which instructions would be most effective for reducing infection?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chlorhexidine cloths effectively reduce MRSA. Antibacterial soap is less specific, delaying the bath is unnecessary, and a bath basin risks contamination.
Question 2 of 5
A client with generalized anxiety disorder has received a new prescription for sertraline. The nurse should reinforce teaching to the client on what possible adverse effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sertraline commonly causes sexual dysfunction, a significant side effect. Hypernatremia , urinary retention , and weight loss are less common.
Question 3 of 5
An adult postoperative client vomits, and his abdominal wound eviscerates. What is the best initial action for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Covering exposed intestines with sterile moist dressings prevents infection and drying of tissue, stabilizing the client until surgical intervention. Packing intestines risks contamination, irrigation is inappropriate, and vital signs are secondary to immediate protection.
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 practical nurse assists in the care of a client who was admitted in a state of acute psychosis after ingesting recreational substances. The parents ask the nurse if the client will develop schizophrenia. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Schizophrenia risk cannot be predicted from a single episode; observation is needed. Reassurance , permanent effects , and blame are inaccurate.