NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client diagnosed with Raynaud phenomenon about ways to prevent recurrent episodes. Which instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Caffeine, tobacco, and cold exposure can trigger Raynaud episodes. Yoga/tai chi and gloves help prevent attacks. Cold water immersion exacerbates symptoms.
Question 2 of 5
An adolescent client is admitted in respiratory alkalosis following aspirin overdose. The nurse recognizes that this imbalance was caused by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tachypnea. Stimulation of respiratory center leads to hyperventilation, thus decreasing CO2 levels which causes respiratory alkalosis.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following meals would be best tolerated by the client receiving Leukeran?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Leukeran can cause nausea, so bland, cool foods like pea soup, fruit slush, and ice cream are better tolerated than heavy or acidic meals.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching for the parents of a child with impetigo. Which of the following statements by a parent indicates correct understanding of teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Hand hygiene, separating laundry, keeping nails short, and recognizing the contagious nature of impetigo are correct. Cleaning with alcohol is inappropriate as it may irritate the skin.
Question 5 of 5
A 4-year old is scheduled for a routine tonsillectomy. Which of the following lab findings should be reported to the doctor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A white cell count of 16,000 is elevated, suggesting infection, which must be reported before surgery. Hemoglobin , platelets , and urine specific gravity are normal.