NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with a new diagnosis of hypertension about medication adherence. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stopping antihypertensive medication when blood pressure normalizes risks rebound hypertension, indicating a need for further teaching. Daily timing (
A), reporting side effects (
C), and continued use (
D) reflect proper understanding.
Extract:
John H is a 66-year-old man with a history of heavy smoking presented himself to the ER due to difficulty breathing of 2 years duration. Mr. H was also diagnosed with effusion of the right lung. He is now scheduled for chest tube insertion.
Question 2 of 5
What is most likely occurring when persistent bubbling exist in the water seal chamber of a chest drainage device?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent bubbling indicates an air leak, either in the system or from the lung.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is administering insulin lispro (Humalog) to a patient with diabetes mellitus. Which of the following statements indicates the patient understands the medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Insulin lispro is a rapid-acting insulin administered immediately before meals to control postprandial glucose. Other timings disrupt glycemic control.
Extract:
The most sensitive and easily quantifiable measure of circulatory status in a child is
Question 4 of 5
The most sensitive and easily quantifiable measure of circulatory status in a child is
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Capillary refill time is a quick, sensitive indicator of perfusion in children.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is planning the assignment of tasks for the day. Which factors would the nurse remain mindful of when delegating tasks? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,E
Rationale: Delegation requires matching tasks to staff competencies based on client acuity and needs, ensuring safety and efficiency. Staff requests, room clustering, and discharges are secondary considerations that do not directly impact safe delegation.