NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing a baseline assessment of a client's skin integrity. Which of the following is a key assessment parameter?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: When assessing skin integrity, the overall risk potential for developing pressure ulcers takes priority. Overall risk encompasses existing pressure ulcers as well as potential areas for development of pressure ulcers. Family history isn't important when assessing skin integrity.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is administering metoprolol (Lopressor) to a patient with hypertension. Which of the following assessments is most important before administering this medication?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Metoprolol, a beta-blocker, lowers blood pressure and heart rate, so assessing blood pressure prevents hypotension or bradycardia. Respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation are less critical.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 13 year-old following spinal fusion for scoliosis. Which of the following interventions is appropriate in the immediate post-operative period?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Maintain in a flat position, logrolling as needed. The bed should remain flat for at least the first 24 hours to prevent injury.
Extract:
A male patient with thrombophlebitis is apprehensive about the possibility of a clot reaching his heart, causing sudden death.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse's initial intervention should be to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Clarifying that thrombophlebitis clots rarely reach the heart addresses the patient's fear directly.
Extract:
A patient who sustained massive internal injuries in a car crash becomes hypotensive and develops acute renal failure.
Question 5 of 5
Which acid-base imbalance is he most likely to experience?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Renal failure causes metabolic acidosis due to impaired acid excretion.