NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is talking with the parent of a 1-day-old female client who has a small amount of blood-tinged, mucoid vaginal drainage. Which of the following statements would be most appropriate for the nurse to make?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Blood-tinged vaginal drainage in a newborn is often due to maternal hormone exposure and typically resolves. Monitoring is appropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is reviewing new medication prescriptions for assigned clients. The nurse should clarify the prescription for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Transdermal fentanyl is typically reserved for chronic pain, not acute postoperative pain, and requires clarification.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client diagnosed with Raynaud phenomenon about ways to prevent recurrent episodes. Which instructions should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E
Rationale: Caffeine, tobacco, and cold exposure can trigger Raynaud episodes. Yoga/tai chi and gloves help prevent attacks. Cold water immersion exacerbates symptoms.
Question 4 of 5
A client is admitted with a pressure ulcer in the sacral area. The partial thickness wound is 4 cm by 7 cm, the wound base is red and moist with no exudate and the surrounding skin is intact. Which of the following coverings is most appropriate for this wound?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Occlusive moist dressing. This supports healing by maintaining a moist environment for granulation tissue.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is providing instructions to a new mother on the proper techniques for breast feeding her infant. Which statement by the mother indicates the need for additional instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: I can switch to a bottle if I need to take a break from breast feeding. Introducing a bottle during early breastfeeding can cause nipple confusion and weaken the baby's suck.