NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer IV furosemide to a client with chronic kidney disease. The nurse should administer the medication slowly to prevent
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapid IV furosemide can cause ototoxicity (
B) in CKD patients due to drug accumulation. Oliguria (
A) is already present, and furosemide does not typically cause bradycardia (
C) or hypertension (
D).
Question 2 of 5
A 56-year-old client who had a complete hysterectomy 8 months ago is admitted for opiate detoxification. The second day after admission, the client complains of abdominal cramping and sweating. What is the nurse's best response?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Abdominal cramping and sweating are withdrawal symptoms during opiate detoxification, requiring comfort measures and reassurance.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is assessing a young child at a clinic visit for a mild respiratory infection. Koplik spots are noted on the oral mucous membranes. The nurse should then assess which area of the body?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The skin. A characteristic sign of rubeola is Koplik spots (small red spots with a bluish white center). These are found on the buccal mucosa about 2 days before and after the onset of the measles rash.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse in a same-day surgery unit assigns the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) to provide a hernia patient with a lunch tray. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The professional nurse can delegate tasks with an expected outcome. The UAP is given adequate information about the task and how to promote the best outcome.
Question 5 of 5
A 31-year-old client is admitted to the psychiatric unit after cutting both wrists with a kitchen knife. The client has a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. The most therapeutic approach by the nurse is one that is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A firm and consistent approach provides structure and boundaries, which are therapeutic for clients with borderline personality disorder who often test limits.