NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is observing a client who had a left total knee replacement using a cane to descend stairs. It would demonstrate correct technique if the client descends the stairs by placing the
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: For descending stairs, the cane and affected leg move together after the unaffected leg, providing stability.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is talking with the parent of a pediatric client with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has influenza. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreasing insulin during illness can lead to hyperglycemia or ketoacidosis, as insulin needs may increase.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with chronic venous insufficiency. Which of the following findings would be consistent with the condition?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Brown, hardened skin (lipodermatosclerosis) is characteristic of chronic venous insufficiency due to hemosiderin deposition and fibrosis.
Question 4 of 5
An infant with Tetralogy of Fallot is discharged with a prescription for Lanoxin (digoxin) elixir. The nurse should instruct the mother to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The calibrated dropper ensures accurate dosing of digoxin, which is critical due to its narrow therapeutic range. Other methods risk incorrect dosing.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a newborn with jaundice who is being treated with phototherapy. What action by the nurse would require the charge nurse to intervene?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Clothing during phototherapy reduces skin exposure to light, decreasing treatment efficacy.