NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Free Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with hypertension about dietary modifications. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend the client avoid?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Canned soups are high in sodium, which exacerbates hypertension by increasing fluid retention and blood pressure. Fresh fruits (
A), whole grains (
B), and lean meats (
D) are low-sodium and appropriate for a hypertension diet.
Question 2 of 5
When explaining Standard Precautions to a client, the nurse should explain that the primary purpose of Standard Precautions is to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Standard Precautions aim to reduce disease transmission (e.g., via blood, body fluids) for all patients, encompassing but not limited to AIDS or nosocomial infections.
Extract:
If your patient is in pain most of the day, administer analgesic doses
Question 3 of 5
If your patient is in pain most of the day, administer analgesic doses
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Regularly scheduled analgesics maintain consistent pain control.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following observations best indicates to the nurse that a paraplegic client can adequately carry out activities of daily living at home after discharge?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Transferring into and out of a wheelchair is essential for a paraplegic to perform ADLs independently, as it enables mobility and access to other tasks. Shaving and brushing teeth (
A) and maneuvering the wheelchair (
C) are less critical, and meal preparation (
D) is not directly hindered by paraplegia.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is documenting care provided to a patient. Which of the following entries is most appropriate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Stating 'pain is 4/10' is objective, specific, and measurable, meeting documentation standards. Other entries are vague and lack clinical detail, reducing their utility.