NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to the parent of a child with Kawasaki disease. The nurse informs the parent that the presence of which symptom should be immediately reported to the health care provider?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fever in Kawasaki disease may indicate persistent inflammation or complications, requiring immediate reporting.
Question 2 of 5
The parents of a 2-year-old client ask how they can help their child cope with hospitalization. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse give the parents? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: Maintaining home routines, parental presence, and reassuring the child about the cause of illness help reduce anxiety and promote coping during hospitalization.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following drug administrations should be reported as a practice error? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Cephalexin in a penicillin-allergic client risks anaphylaxis, and warfarin in pregnancy can cause fetal harm. Pruritus and flushing are expected side effects, and the ventrogluteal site is appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking with the parent of a pediatric client with type 1 diabetes mellitus who has influenza. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Decreasing insulin during illness can lead to hyperglycemia or ketoacidosis, as insulin needs may increase.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following is not considered one of the five rights of medication administration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Dose, client, drug, route and time are considered the five rights of medication.