NCLEX-PN
Practice NCLEX PN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is participating in a staff presentation to review risk factors for skin cancer. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,E
Rationale: Risk factors for skin cancer include family history , high number of moles , immunosuppressant use increasing susceptibility, and outdoor occupation due to UV exposure. Severe acne is not a direct risk factor unless associated with specific treatments like radiation.
Question 2 of 5
A client with Alzheimer disease is admitted to the hospital. The client's adult child says to the nurse, 'I really want to continue caring for my mother at home, but she has become agitated and restless at night. I am awake most of the night, feel exhausted, and do not know what to do.' What is the best response by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Referring to a social worker provides access to resources like respite care or home support, addressing the caregiver's exhaustion. Limiting naps or medication may help but are narrow, and suggesting a facility dismisses the caregiver's wishes.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is planning care for a client during the acute phase of a sickle cell vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Administer analgesic therapy as ordered. Pain management is critical during a sickle cell crisis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had surgery yesterday. When administering omeprazole, the client asks 'What is that for? I don't take it at home.' Which reply by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor used postoperatively to prevent stress ulcers due to surgical stress. It does not affect gastric emptying , prevent infections , or assume GERD without a diagnosis.
Question 5 of 5
A client comes to the emergency department with diplopia and recent onset of nausea. Which statement by the client would indicate to the nurse that this is an emergency?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A severe headache described as the worst ever with diplopia and nausea suggests a possible subarachnoid hemorrhage or aneurysm, requiring emergency evaluation. Other statements (A, B,
C) are less specific.