NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about the difference between tardive dyskinesia (TD) and neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS). Which statement is true with regards to tardive dyskinesia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Tardive dyskinesia is an extrapyramidal side effect that typically develops after prolonged use of antipsychotic drugs, often longer than 2 years, and is not easily reversible or treated with anticholinergics.
Question 2 of 5
A client states, 'I eat a well-balanced diet. I do not smoke. I exercise regularly, and I have a yearly checkup with my physician. What else can I do to help prevent cancer?' The nurse should respond with which of the following statements?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All listed actions—adequate sleep, self-breast exams, and stress reduction—contribute to cancer prevention by supporting immune function, early detection, and overall health. Health Promotion and Management
Question 3 of 5
An adult is admitted to the psychiatric unit with a severe phobia. She develops severe anxiety when she crosses any type of bridge. She can no longer go to work or go shopping at the mall. The day after admission, she develops a panic attack and refuses to go to occupational therapy because she has to cross a bridge-like structure to go from one area of the hospital to another. How should the nurse respond to this situation?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using an alternate route avoids triggering the phobia, allowing participation in therapy while respecting her current anxiety level.
Question 4 of 5
Right documentation includes the name, dosage, route, and time of administration. When should you sign your initials on the medication administration record?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Signing immediately after administration confirms the dose was given, ensuring accurate documentation. Signing before risks errors, and waiting an hour delays accuracy.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is caring for a person who is admitted with progressive amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). What nursing care measure should the nurse expect to be ordered for this client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: ALS causes respiratory muscle weakness; chest PT helps clear secretions, preventing pneumonia. Dressings, fluids, or catheters are not primary.