NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a male client. After inserting the catheter 6 inches (15.2 cm), the nurse notes a small amount of urine in the tubing. Which of the following actions should the nurse take next?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Advancing to the bifurcation (
D) ensures proper placement in the bladder before inflating the balloon. Measuring output (
A), inflating early (
B), or securing (
C) are premature.
Question 2 of 5
What would the nurse expect to see while assessing the growth of children during their school age years?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: School age children gain about 5.5 pounds each year and increase about 2 inches in height.
Question 3 of 5
A client with obesity reports several failed attempts at weight loss. Which client statement best indicates that the client is ready and motivated for successful weight loss?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Signing up as a dog walker (
A) shows a concrete behavioral change, indicating readiness. Understanding benefits (
B), short-term goals (
C), or external encouragement (
D) are less indicative of sustained motivation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for an 87 year-old client with urinary retention. Which finding should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fecal impaction. The nurse should report fecal impaction or constipation which can cause obstruction of the bladder outlet. Bladder outlet obstruction is a common cause of urine retention in the elderly.
Question 5 of 5
All of the following clients assigned to LPN/LVN ring their call bells. Which client needs the most immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Chest pain during a blood transfusion suggests a possible transfusion reaction, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate intervention. Bathroom needs, arthritis pain, or postoperative pain are less urgent.