NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to flush a client's central venous catheter. Which size syringe is best for the nurse to choose?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A 10 mL syringe is recommended to avoid excessive pressure that could damage the catheter.
Question 2 of 5
A woman who is 32 weeks gestation comes to her physician's office. Which finding is of most concern to the office nurse?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Periorbital swelling at 32 weeks suggests preeclampsia, a serious condition requiring immediate evaluation. Trace glucose, 4-lb weight gain, or ankle edema are less concerning.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following medications is not considered a neuromuscular blocker?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pitressin is a hormone replacement medication.
Question 4 of 5
A 54-year-old male is admitted to the cardiac unit with chest pain radiating to the jaw and left arm. Which enzyme would be most specific in the diagnosis of a myocardial infarction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: CK-MB (creatine phosphokinase muscle bond isoenzyme) is the most specific for a myocardial infarction. Troponin is also extremely reliable. Answers A, B, and C are nonspecific to myocardial infarctions, so they are incorrect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing instructions to a new mother on the proper techniques for breast feeding her infant. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for additional instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I can switch to a bottle if I need to take a break from breast feeding. Introducing a bottle during early breastfeeding can cause nipple confusion and weaken the baby's suck.