NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is reviewing new orders for a client with chronic kidney disease. The nurse should clarify the order for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Magnesium hydroxide risks toxicity in CKD due to impaired excretion. Sodium restriction , fluid restriction , and furosemide are appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The hospital nurse administers CPR to an adult male who is found unconscious, has no pulse, and is not breathing. What is the ratio of chest compressions to respirations for one-person rescue?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Current CPR guidelines recommend 30 chest compressions to 2 breaths for one-person adult resuscitation, optimizing circulation and oxygenation.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who has a prescription for furosemide 1 mg/kg PO every 8 hours. The client weighs 44 lb (20 kg). The nurse has furosemide oral solution 10 mg/mL available. How many mL should the nurse administer to the client with each dose? Record your answer using a whole number.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Dose: 1 mg/kg × 20 kg = 20 mg. Solution: 20 mg ÷ 10 mg/mL = 2 mL .
Question 4 of 5
The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who has a small piece of wood penetrating the right eye. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stabilizing the object prevents further damage until surgical removal. Flushing , removing , or applying ointment risks worsening the injury.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse reinforces teaching about the use of the peak flow meter to evaluate airflow to a client newly diagnosed with asthma. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the nurse's teaching?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Exhaling quickly is the correct technique for peak flow. Setting the indicator , recording the lowest reading , and using post-inhaler are incorrect.