NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Test PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching for a client who has a new prescription for levothyroxine. Which of the following information should the nurse reinforce?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Palpitations may indicate levothyroxine overdose or hyperthyroidism, requiring prompt reporting to adjust the dose or evaluate thyroid function.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is collecting data from a client at 15 weeks gestation who has hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following findings would be consistent with the condition?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hyperemesis gravidarum causes severe vomiting, leading to dehydration and starvation, resulting in ketosis. Positive ketones in urinalysis confirm this metabolic state.
Question 3 of 5
A 6-year-old was just diagnosed with pediculosis capitis. Which comment by the mother of the child indicates to the nurse in the physician's office that she does not understand how this condition is spread?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blaming a dirty house misrepresents lice transmission, which occurs via direct head-to-head contact or sharing items, indicating misunderstanding.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who was prescribed oral theophylline. Which client statement indicates that additional teaching is required?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cimetidine inhibits theophylline metabolism, increasing toxicity risk. Omeprazole is safer, and this statement indicates a need for further teaching.
Question 5 of 5
A 20-year-old woman is admitted to the hospital following an accident. Her uncle, a physician from out of state, visits her and asks to see her chart. How should the nurse respond?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: HIPAA regulations require patient consent for chart access, even by a physician relative, unless they are directly involved in care. Permission from the patient is needed first.