NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse monitoring a client with appendicitis will expect the client to give which description of the associated abdominal pain?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Appendicitis typically causes severe pain in the right lower quadrant (
C). Upper abdominal burning (
A) suggests gastritis, left-sided pain (
B) is atypical, and shoulder pain (
D) may indicate referred pain from other conditions.
Question 2 of 5
An adult is prescribed sulfisoxazole (Gantrisin) for a urinary tract infection. Which comment by the client indicates understanding of the treatment regimen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sulfisoxazole causes photosensitivity; avoiding sun exposure is critical to prevent skin reactions, indicating understanding.
Question 3 of 5
An adult is scheduled for a paracentesis. What should the nurse plan to do immediately before the procedure is started?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Emptying the bladder before paracentesis prevents accidental puncture of the bladder during needle insertion into the abdominal cavity. Water intake, bowel emptying, or sedation are not immediate pre-procedure priorities.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse inserts a small bore nasogastric (NG) tube and prepares to initiate enteral feedings for a hospitalized client with laryngeal cancer. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Verifying NG tube placement with an x-ray (
D) is the first step to ensure safety before feedings or medications. Other actions follow confirmation.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing education about home care to the parent of a 10-year-old with cystic fibrosis. Which of the following statements by the parent indicates that teaching has been effective? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Pancreatic enzymes with meals (
B), increased salt in hot weather (
C), and a high-calorie, high-protein diet (
D) are correct for cystic fibrosis management. Chest physiotherapy (
A) is routine, not symptom-based, and limiting sports (E) is unnecessary unless advised.