NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse observes a certified nursing assistant (CNA) moving a client up in bed. Which action by the nursing assistant indicates a need for more instruction in how to move a client?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pulling by the shoulders risks injury to the client's skin and joints. Using a pull sheet, getting help, and lowering the bed are correct techniques to ensure safety.
Question 2 of 5
The parents of a 15 month-old child asks the nurse to explain their child's lab results and how they show the child has iron deficiency anemia. The nurse's best response is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Your child has fewer red blood cells that carry oxygen. This provides a simple explanation of iron deficiency anemia.
Question 3 of 5
During the shift report, the night charge nurse tells the day charge nurse that the night unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) is totally incompetent. What is the best response for the day charge nurse to give?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Suggesting discussion with the nurse manager (
D) addresses the issue professionally. Encouraging training (
A), deflecting responsibility (
B), or defending the UAP (
C) are less appropriate.
Question 4 of 5
Which statement by a parent would alert the nurse to assess for iron deficiency anemia in a 14 month-old child?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: My child doesn't like many fruits and vegetables, but she really loves her milk. Excessive milk intake can displace iron-rich foods, leading to iron deficiency anemia.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse just administered routine immunizations to a healthy 15-month-old. What information should the nurse reinforce with the caregivers before they leave the clinic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Redness and mild fever (
C) are common post-immunization reactions. A temperature above 100 F (
A) is too low a threshold for concern, fussiness for a week (
B) is excessive, and activity restriction (
D) is unnecessary.