NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client with acne vulgaris who has a new prescription for isotretinoin. Which of the following statements by the client would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin A supplements can increase the risk of toxicity with isotretinoin, which is a vitamin A derivative.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is conducting intake interviews at the clinic. Which client situations would require the nurse to intervene? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Milk reduces iron absorption, metronidazole with alcohol can cause severe reactions, and diphenhydramine can worsen closed-angle glaucoma.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client whose spouse recently attempted suicide. The client states, 'If I had not intervened, my spouse would have died. I cannot believe this is happening.' Which of the following responses would be most appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Acknowledging the client's feelings and encouraging expression provides emotional support.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who recently had an amputation has an above-the-knee prosthesis. Which nursing action will do the most to help the client adjust to the prosthesis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Allowing self-management fosters independence and confidence with the prosthesis, promoting adjustment.
Question 5 of 5
A client is admitted with the diagnosis of pulmonary embolism. While taking a history, the client tells the nurse he was admitted for the same thing twice before, the last time just 3 months ago. The nurse would anticipate the provider ordering
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: vena caval interruption. Clients with contraindications to Heparin, recurrent PE or those with complications related to the medical therapy may require vena caval interruption by the placement of a filter device in the inferior vena cava. A filter can be placed transvenously to trap clots before they travel to the pulmonary circulation.