NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse preceptor observes a graduate practical nurse collecting a urine sample for urinalysis and culture as pictured in the exhibit. What is the preceptor's best action?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Urine for culture requires a midstream clean catch or catheterization (
C) to avoid contamination. A graduated container (
B) is acceptable if sterile. Discarding (
A) is unnecessary, and cooling (
D) is secondary.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse assesses a client for physiological risk factors for falls. The nurse should conclude that the client is not at risk if which of the following is discovered?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intact recent and remote memory indicates that a client is not at risk for falls. Risk for falls can occur in elder clients, and the nurse should assess each client for the possibility of falls and take appropriate actions.
Question 3 of 5
A 78-year-old client is admitted following a cerebrovascular accident. He cannot move his left arm and leg. Which finding would indicate to the nurse that the client also has homonymous hemianopia?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Homonymous hemianopia, a visual field defect from right brain stroke, causes left-sided vision loss, so the client misses the nurse on the left, unlike arm movement, swallowing, or speech issues.
Question 4 of 5
A new mother asks the nurse when the baby's umbilical cord will fall off. The nurse replies that it usually takes how many days to detach?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The umbilical cord typically detaches within 7-10 days as it dries and separates naturally, a standard newborn care fact.
Question 5 of 5
A client who has been waiting for several hours in the clinic waiting room suddenly begins to shout, 'I need some attention and I need it now!' How should the nurse respond initially?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Engaging the client to assess her needs de-escalates agitation and addresses concerns. Silencing, calling security, or explaining delays may escalate tension.