NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing care in the home to a person who has AIDS. Which behavior, if observed by the nurse, indicates a need for further instruction?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sharing razors risks bloodborne HIV transmission, requiring education. Using shared dishes, bathrooms, or cooking poses no significant risk with standard precautions.
Question 2 of 5
A client who is pregnant at 30 weeks gestation comes to the prenatal clinic. Which of the following vaccines may be administered safely at this prenatal visit? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Influenza injection and Tdap are safe and recommended in pregnancy. Nasal spray , MMR , and varicella are live vaccines, contraindicated in pregnancy.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a nine month-old infant about diaper dermatitis. Which of the following measures would be appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discontinue a new food that was added to the infant's diet just prior to the rash. New foods can be a cause of diaper dermatitis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is observing a staff member caring for a client who had a vaginal birth 30 minutes ago. The client is having difficulty with breastfeeding and is requesting assistance. The nurse should intervene if the staff member is observed
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Supplemental formula may undermine breastfeeding efforts early on. Checking position , demonstrating expression , and teaching hunger cues support breastfeeding.
Question 5 of 5
The practical nurse assists in the care of a client who was admitted in a state of acute psychosis after ingesting recreational substances. The parents ask the nurse if the client will develop schizophrenia. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Schizophrenia risk cannot be predicted from a single episode; observation is needed. Reassurance , permanent effects , and blame are inaccurate.