NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with chronic renal failure about dietary restrictions. Which of the following foods should the client avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Potatoes are high in potassium, which must be restricted in chronic renal failure to prevent hyperkalemia. Apples (
A), white rice (
B), and green beans (
D) are low-potassium and generally safe in moderation.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client with suspected hyperthyroidism. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hyperthyroidism increases metabolism, causing heat intolerance and tremors due to excess thyroid hormone. Weight gain (
A), bradycardia (
C), and dry skin (
D) are characteristic of hypothyroidism, not hyperthyroidism.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient with alcohol use disorder who is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lorazepam, a benzodiazepine, is used to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms, preventing seizures and delirium. Haloperidol, fluoxetine, and lithium treat unrelated conditions.
Extract:
Marie is a 5-year-old girl is admitted with a diagnosis of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following indicate that the nurse understands the plan of care for Marie?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Reverse isolation protects neutropenic patients from infections.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The home care nurse is instructing a client recently diagnosed with tuberculosis. It is MOST important for the nurse to include which of the following as a part of the teaching plan?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Adherence to a 6–9-month medication regimen is critical for curing tuberculosis and preventing resistance. Respiratory precautions (
A) are needed for 2–4 weeks, masks (
B) are not always required, and family support (
C) is secondary to treatment adherence.