NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse notes all of the following. Which situation needs immediate attention?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A water spill near an ambulatory client's bed poses an immediate fall risk, requiring prompt attention. Linen, dishes, or bed height are less urgent.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with a history of Parkinson’s disease who is prescribed levodopa-carbidopa (Sinemet). Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: High-protein meals can interfere with levodopa absorption, so avoiding them with doses improves efficacy. Taking on an empty stomach (
A) is ideal but not mandatory, vitamin B6 (
C) enhances metabolism (reducing effect), and stopping for dizziness (
D) requires physician consultation.
Question 3 of 5
An adult who is scheduled for several diagnostic tests says to the nurse, 'I am worried about too much exposure to x-rays.' When responding to the client, the nurse understands that which of the tests scheduled for the client will involve x-ray exposure? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E
Rationale: CT scans, cardiac catheterization, and barium enemas use x-rays for imaging, unlike MRI (magnetic fields), thyroid scans (radioisotopes), or nerve conduction tests (electrical).
Extract:
While working on his motor bike, a 19-year-old sustains a puncture wound from a rusty metal. He presents himself to the ER of local hospital. The puncture wound is cleansed with hydrogen peroxide and a sterile dressing applied. The client confirmed that he is up-to-date with his tetanus immunization. Antibiotic was prescribed and administered and the client was sent home with instructions to return if there is any change in the wound area. Three days following the ER visit, the client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of tetanus.
Question 4 of 5
Nursing care for client includes:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The slightest stimulation sets off a wave of very severe and painful muscle spasms involving the whole body. Admitting the client to a private room minimizes stimuli and reduces the risk of spasms.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
A patient with schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal). Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risperidone, an antipsychotic, commonly causes extrapyramidal symptoms (e.g., tremors, rigidity), requiring monitoring. Weight gain, not loss, is typical, and hyperactivity or insomnia are less common.