NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is monitoring a client with suspected pulmonary tuberculosis. Which characteristic signs and symptoms does the nurse expect? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: D,E,F
Rationale: Night sweats, weight loss, and purulent/blood-tinged sputum are hallmark symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis.
Question 2 of 5
An adult woman has been diagnosed with varicose veins. Which aspect of her history is most likely related to her diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple pregnancies increase intra-abdominal pressure and venous stasis, contributing to varicose veins. Running, normal weight, and sedentary work are less directly related.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who is in restraints due to violent behavior. The client states, 'I am a magician; I can get out of anything. There could be trouble now!' Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The client's statement suggests a potential intent to escape restraints, posing a safety risk, so notifying staff for assistance is the priority.
Question 4 of 5
The doctor has ordered 1 mg of Stadol (butorphanol) to be given IM. The medication is available in 4 mg per mL. The nurse should administer:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calculate: 1 mg ÷ 4 mg/mL = 0.25 mL. This ensures the correct dose of Stadol is administered.
Question 5 of 5
A client with a recent spinal cord injury is experiencing dysreflexia and is noted to have a BP of $240 / 110$. The nurse's initial response should be to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Elevating the head to a 45° angle helps reduce blood pressure in autonomic dysreflexia by promoting venous return and reducing intracranial pressure.