NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is providing home care to a man who had a transsphenoidal hypophysectomy the day before yesterday. Which behavior by the client indicates a need for more teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bending over increases intracranial pressure, risking cerebrospinal fluid leak post-hypophysectomy, indicating a need for further teaching on activity restrictions.
Question 2 of 5
Divalproex sodium (Depakote) is prescribed for a 28-year-old female. Which lab test would the nurse expect prior to administration of the medication?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Divalproex is teratogenic; a pregnancy test is critical in females of childbearing age to prevent fetal harm.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following beverages is most appropriate for a client with renal failure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Apple juice is most appropriate for a client with renalrape juice has a lower potassium content, which is crucial for renal failure patients who need to limit potassium intake. Prune, grape, and apricot juices are high in potassium, which can be harmful in renal failure.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is contributing to a staff education program about cancer screening. Which of the following findings should the nurse suggest including as a possible warning sign of cancer?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Unintentional weight loss is a cancer warning sign. BPH is benign, a mobile lesion is likely benign, and cough/fever suggest infection.
Question 5 of 5
A 15-year-old primigravida is admitted with a tentative diagnosis of HELLP syndrome. Which laboratory finding is associated with HELLP syndrome?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HELLP syndrome is characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets. Elevated hepatic enzymes are a key finding, so D is correct. Answers A, B, and C are not associated with HELLP syndrome.