NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Test Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing a depressed client's history from an earlier admission. Documentation of anhedonia is noted. The nurse understands that this finding refers to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Lack of enjoyment in usual pleasures. Anhedonia, a common finding in depression, is the lack of enjoyment in usual pleasures.
Question 2 of 5
A client with active pulmonary tuberculosis is prescribed 4-drug therapy with ethambutol. The nurse reinforces previous teaching to notify the health care provider immediately if which adverse effect associated with ethambutol occurs?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ethambutol can cause optic neuritis, leading to blurred vision (
A), a serious side effect requiring immediate reporting. Dark urine (
B), hearing loss (
C), and jaundice (
D) are associated with other TB drugs (e.g., rifampin, isoniazid).
Question 3 of 5
To maintain Bryant's traction, the nurse must make certain that the child's:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bryant's traction requires hips slightly elevated and legs at a right angle to the bed to align the femur properly and reduce pressure on the pelvis.
Question 4 of 5
All nursing staff on the medical unit are responsible for implementing a new interdisciplinary fall prevention protocol. Which duties are appropriate for the licensed practical nurse to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel to promote client safety? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: UAP can place commodes (
B), remind about slow position changes (
C), report condition changes (
D), and observe gait (E). Education (
A) requires nursing judgment, unsuitable for delegation.
Question 5 of 5
Prior to administering a tube feeding, the nurse obtains 50 mL of aspirant. The nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Replacing the aspirant prevents fluid/electrolyte loss, and feeding can proceed if pH confirms placement. Discarding aspirant risks dehydration, and holding the feeding is unnecessary unless placement is uncertain.