NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions PDF Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is preparing to perform a sterile dressing change. Which action maintains the sterile field?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Opening the sterile kit away from the body prevents contamination of the sterile field.
Question 2 of 5
Which assessment finding provides the best evidence that a client remains adequately oxygenated while a tracheostomy is suctioned?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Remaining alert during suctioning indicates adequate oxygenation, as hypoxia would cause altered mental status.
Question 3 of 5
A 54-year-old client who is postmenopausal reports increasing episodes of urinary leakage. Which lifestyle practice is most important for the nurse to discuss with the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: A. Caffeine can increase urinary frequency, but the loss of muscle tone contributes to urinary leakage. B. A regular voiding schedule improves bladder control, but beginning with an hourly voiding schedule is unnecessary and inconvenient. C. Decreasing intake of fluids can contribute to dehydration. D. Kegel exercises improve urinary incontinence by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles that support the bladder.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for the client who is angry about a new diagnosis of gonorrhea. The client informs the nurse, "I absolutely will not allow the release of this information to anyone." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: A. Being diagnosed with an STI can cause emotional distress. This response acknowledges the client's reaction and provides the opportunity to clarify the statement's meaning. B. Although gonorrhea is reportable, this response is a closed statement and does not allow the opportunity for the client to express feelings. C. The nurse is making an assumption about the client's spouse. D. Although this response does acknowledge the client's reaction, the last portion becomes judgmental and places the emphasis on the nurse's feelings.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hyperthyroidism. Which finding supports this diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight loss is a common sign of hyperthyroidism due to increased metabolism.