NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is having a 1-hour glucose tolerance test. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Fasting for 4 hours is incorrect; a 1-hour glucose tolerance test typically requires fasting for 8 hours. The other statements are correct: no eating for 1 hour after the glucose solution and a 3-hour test if results are elevated.
Question 2 of 5
As part of a routine health screening, the nurse notes the play of a 2-year-old child. Which of the following is an example of age-appropriate play at this age?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saying 'Mine!' reflects the possessive, independent behavior typical of 2-year-olds. The other activities are either too advanced or not age-specific. Health Promotion and Maintenance
Question 3 of 5
A client is admitted with severe injuries from an auto accident. The client's vital signs are BP 120/50, pulse rate 110, and respiratory rate of 28. The initial nursing intervention would be to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Early findings of shock reveal hypoxia with rapid heart rate and rapid respirations, and oxygen is the most critical initial intervention. The other interventions are secondary to oxygen therapy.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a teenage female about preventing the transmission of genital herpes. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Genital herpes can be transmitted during asymptomatic periods via sexual contact, including intercourse. The other statements are myths or irrelevant to prevention. Safety and Infection Control
Question 5 of 5
A concern regarding maternal and infant mortality and morbidity is that:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lack of prenatal care in some populations is a significant contributor to maternal and infant mortality and morbidity, as it prevents early intervention. The other concerns are less directly linked. Health Promotion and Maintenance