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 caring for a client with detoxification from alcohol. Which medication is used in the treatment of alcohol withdrawal?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Ativan (lorazepam), a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms like seizures and agitation. Antabuse deters drinking, flumazenil reverses benzodiazepines, and methadone treats opioid withdrawal.
Question 3 of 5
A client is on a low-residue diet. All of the following are on the client's tray. Which should be removed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Strawberry jam contains seeds, which increase intestinal residue, contraindicated in a low-residue diet. Roast beef, mashed potatoes, and white bread are low-fiber and appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is talking about diaper changes with a client who is 48 hours postpartum. The client states, 'I cannot change my baby's diaper as well as you can. Will you change it for me?' Which of the following responses would be appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Supporting the client while they change the diaper builds confidence and promotes independence.
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.