NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse is teaching the parent of a 6-year-old client about sleep. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Children aged 6 need 9-11 hours of sleep, limited liquids prevent bedwetting, and routines promote sleep. Sleep needs decrease with age, and active play close to bedtime may disrupt sleep.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse on a medical surgical unit enters a room, finds a client unresponsive with no pulse, and starts 2 minutes of CPR. The nurse receives and attaches an automated external defibrillator, but no shock is advised. Which action should the nurse perform next?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If no shock is advised, CPR should resume immediately with chest compressions to restore circulation.
Question 3 of 5
The pediatric nurse is reinforcing education about medication administration to the parents of a 4-year-old client. Which statements made by the parents demonstrate correct understanding? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using an oral syringe ensures accurate dosing. Mixing with food, redosing after vomiting, involving the child in preparation, or punishing refusal are inappropriate.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is discharging a client who is receiving lithium for treatment of a bipolar disorder. It is most important for the nurse to reinforce which instruction to the client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lithium can cause polyuria and polydipsia due to its effect on renal function. These symptoms may indicate lithium toxicity or diabetes insipidus, which require immediate medical attention.
Question 5 of 5
The registered nurse delegates actions related to the care of colostomies to the practical nurse. Which actions should the practical nurse question as being outside the licensed practical nurse's scope of practice? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,D
Rationale: Assessment and initial education require nursing judgment, which is outside the LPN's scope. Other tasks are within their scope.