NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to a client via a nasogastric feeding tube. The most important action of the nurse is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: verify correct placement of the tube. Proper placement of the tube prevents aspiration.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse is reviewing self-care management of acne vulgaris with an adolescent client. Which client statement indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Scrubbing with antibacterial soap can irritate skin and worsen acne. Noncomedogenic products, a nutritious diet, and avoiding picking are correct practices.
Question 3 of 5
The practical nurse is assisting the registered nurse in preparing the room for a client with new-onset tonic-clonic seizures. It is important to ensure that what equipment is in the room? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Oxygen ensures adequate oxygenation during seizures, padding prevents injury from bed rails, and suction equipment clears airways if secretions accumulate. Oral bite devices are unsafe during seizures due to choking risks, and restraints are not typically used unless absolutely necessary.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had a colostomy two days ago. Which comment the client makes indicates a readiness to learn about caring for the colostomy?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Asking about the bag's purpose shows curiosity and readiness to learn about colostomy care. Other comments reflect denial, frustration, or lack of engagement with care.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for nalbuphine 10 mg/70 kg subcutaneously once. The client weighs 187 lb (85 kg). The nurse has nalbuphine 10 mg/1 mL available. How many mL should the nurse administer to the client? Record your answer using 1 decimal place.
Correct Answer: 1.2
Rationale: Dose = (10 mg/70 kg) × 85 kg = 12.14 mg. Volume = 12.14 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 1.2 mL.