NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse notes an abrupt onset of confusion in an elderly patient. Which of the following recently-ordered medications would most likely contribute to this change?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Antihistamine. Elderly people are susceptible to the side effect of anticholinergic drugs, such as antihistamines. Antihistamines often cause confusion in the elderly, especially at high doses.
Extract:
To best promote continued improvement in a patient's respiratory status after chest drainage is discontinued, the nurse should:
Question 2 of 5
To best promote continued improvement in a patient's respiratory status after chest drainage is discontinued, the nurse should:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Coughing and deep breathing promote lung expansion and secretion clearance post-chest drainage.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is conducting a community health education session on influenza prevention. Which of the following recommendations should be included?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Frequent handwashing removes influenza viruses, reducing transmission. Vaccination is critical, masks are beneficial, and fluid intake is unrelated to prevention.
Extract:
A patient who suffered burns 48 hours ago is entering the second phase of burn injury.
Question 4 of 5
What physiologic changes can you expect?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The second phase involves an inflammatory response, increasing WBC to fight infection.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Order: Neupogen (filgrastim) 300 mcg subcutaneous. stat. The patient weighs 132 pounds. The medication is available 300 mcg/mL. If the recommended dose is 5 mcg/kg/d/kg pres. 10 studeoen the prescribed dose is safe, how many milliliters will you administer?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: 132 pounds ÷ 2.2 = 60 kg. Safe dose: 5 mcg/kg × 60 kg = 300 mcg, matching the order. 300 mcg ÷ 300 mcg/mL = 1 mL. Other options are incorrect.