NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is performing an assessment of the motor function in a client with a head injury. The best technique is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: rubbing the sternum. The purpose is to assess the non-responsive client's reaction to a painful stimulus after less noxious methods have been tried.
Question 2 of 5
An adult is to go to surgery this morning. When the nurse goes to medicate the client, she notes that she has a ring with several shiny stones in it on her left ring finger. There are no relatives present. What is the best nursing action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Securing valuables in the hospital safe protects the ring during surgery, adhering to safety protocols. Taping, bedside storage, or waivers risk loss.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who had a closed reduction of a fractured right wrist followed by the application of a fiberglass cast 12 hours ago. Which finding requires the nurse's immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Client reports prickling sensation in the right hand. A prickling sensation is an indication of compartment syndrome and requires immediate action by the nurse. The other findings are normal for a client in this situation.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client with a history of alcoholism. Which of the following statements, if made by the client, indicates that the client understands the teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Complete abstinence is required for alcoholism recovery, including avoiding alcohol-containing products like cough medicines, which could trigger relapse. Diluted drinks (
B) or nonalcoholic beer (
C) risk relapse due to taste cues, and stopping disulfiram prematurely (
D) increases relapse risk.
Extract:
A client who had previously signed the consent for liver biopsy has changed his mind and no longer wants the procedure.
Question 5 of 5
The best initial response by the nurse would be:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Exploring the reason for refusal respects the patient's autonomy and facilitates informed decision-making.