NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching about nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to a group of arthritic clients. To minimize the side effects, the nurse should emphasize which of the following actions?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Taking the medication 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. Taking the medication 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals will result in a more rapid effect.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse reviews the admission history of a 70-year-old client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which of the following statements by the client does the nurse recognize as contributing to the development of COPD? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C, E
Rationale: Smoking (
C) is a primary cause of COPD. Occupational exposure to chemicals as a mechanic (E) is also a risk factor. Alcohol (
A), obesity (
B), and fast food (
D) are not directly linked to COPD.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse performs an assessment during a fluid exchange for the client who is 48 hours post-insertion of an abdominal Tenckhoff catheter for peritoneal dialysis. The nurse knows that the appearance of which of the following needs to be reported to the provider immediately?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cloudy drainage is a sign of infection that can lead to peritonitis (inflammation of the peritoneum). The other options are expected side effects of peritoneal dialysis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who had an endoscopic procedure yesterday to stop upper gastrointestinal bleeding and who started a clear liquid diet today. Which of the following foods would be appropriate to offer to this client? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, C, E
Rationale: Clear liquids include apple juice (
A), chicken broth (
B), cranberry juice (
C), and unsweetened tea (E). Cream of chicken soup (
D) and ice cream (F) are not clear liquids.
Question 5 of 5
A community health nurse is preparing to administer influenza vaccines. Which clients can safely receive the live-attenuated, intranasal influenza vaccine? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B, C
Rationale: The live-attenuated vaccine is safe for healthy individuals aged 2-49, like the 3-year-old (
B) and postpartum client (
C). It's contraindicated for infants under 2 (
A), pregnant women (
D), and immunocompromised clients (E).