NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is observing the parent feed a 3-month-old diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux. Which action by the parent indicates that further teaching is necessary?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Active play post-feeding can worsen reflux. Not forcing the bottle , burping , and upright positioning are appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is discussing iron deficiency anemia with a community group. Which of the following persons are at risk for iron deficiency anemia? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,F
Rationale:
Toddlers drinking excessive milk, adolescent females (due to menstruation), pregnant women (increased iron demand), and elderly on fixed incomes (poor diet) are at risk. Sickle cell anemia and African-American males are not specific risk factors.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is preparing a client with a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) for a Venous Doppler evaluation. Which of the following would be necessary for preparing the client for this test?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This is a non-invasive procedure and does not require preparation other than client education.
Question 4 of 5
A client with chronic bronchitis tells the home health nurse of being exhausted all day due to coughing all night and being unable to sleep. The client can feel thick mucus in the chest and throat. Which teaching can the nurse reinforce to help the client mobilize secretions and improve sleep? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: Fluids , humidifiers , guaifenesin , and huff coughing thin and mobilize secretions. Pursed lip breathing aids exhalation, not secretion clearance.
Question 5 of 5
When caring for a client with advanced cirrhosis of the liver, which nursing diagnosis should take priority?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Risk for injury: hemorrhage. Liver disease interferes with the production of prothrombin and other factors essential for blood clotting. Hemorrhage, especially from esophageal varices, can be life-threatening.