NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to obtain a urine specimen for urinalysis from an 18-month-old client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: An adhesive collection bag is non-invasive and effective for toddlers. Catheterization is invasive, a cup is impractical, and a dipstick is inaccurate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is observing a nursing assistant providing care. Which action indicates that the nursing assistant understands universal precautions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Wearing a gown for soiled linen contact adheres to universal precautions, preventing contamination. Limited hand washing, excessive gloves, or no hand washing post-gloves are incorrect.
Question 3 of 5
A new nurse manager is seeking a mentor in the administrative realm. Which of these characteristics is a priority for the outcome of a positive experience with a mentor?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A teacher-coach role is taken by the mentor. A mentor who guides and coaches fosters a productive learning experience.
Question 4 of 5
Which one of the following symptoms is commonly reported in children with attention deficit hyperactive disorder?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Impulsivity is a hallmark symptom of ADHD, characterized by acting without forethought, often seen in children with the disorder.
Question 5 of 5
An adult is admitted with a pneumothorax following an accident. Immediately after insertion of a chest tube, the client says to the nurse, 'Why do I have a tube in my chest and that thing hanging on the side of the bed? I don't like it.' What should the nurse include when replying to the client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The chest tube drains air/fluid from the pleural space, allowing lung re-expansion in pneumothorax, providing an accurate, educational response to the client's question.