NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is observing a client with an obsessive-compulsive disorder in an inpatient setting. Which behavior is consistent with this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Behaviors that are repeated are symptomatic of obsessive-compulsive disorders. These behaviors, performed to reduce feelings of anxiety, often interfere with normal function and employment.
Question 2 of 5
A woman in her third trimester complains of severe heartburn. What is appropriate teaching by the nurse to help the woman alleviate these symptoms?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sleep with head propped on several pillows. Heartburn is a burning sensation caused by regurgitation of gastric contents. It is best relieved by sleeping position, eating small meals, and not eating before bedtime.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse has reinforced nutritional teaching on a client with gout who is placed on a low-purine diet. Which selection by the client would indicate a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Fish should be avoided on a low-purine diet. Other foods to avoid include poultry, liver, lobster, oysters, peas, spinach, and oatmeal. Answers A, B, and C are all foods included on a low-purine diet, which makes them incorrect.
Question 4 of 5
A patient has recently been prescribed Lidocaine Hydrochloride. Which of the following symptoms may occur with over dosage?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lidocaine Hydrochloride can cause fatigue and confusion if an over dosage occurs.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching of proper foot care to a client with diabetes mellitus. Which statement by the client indicates the need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Sandals (
D) expose feet to injury, increasing infection risk in diabetes. Lanolin (
A), avoiding heating pads (
B), and testing water (
C) are correct to prevent skin breakdown and burns.