NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse prepares to administer medications to a client. Which of the following client data are acceptable for use as client identifiers? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Date of birth (
A), first and last name (
B), and medical record number (
D) are reliable identifiers. Health care provider (
C) and room number (E) are not specific to the client.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse is reinforcing teaching to a client about the advance directive form that needs to be completed. Which statement indicates that the client understands the information?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Giving a copy to the health care proxy (
A) ensures the advance directive is communicated. Doctor approval (
B), refrigerator posting (
C), and nurse witnessing (
D) are incorrect or unnecessary.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse caring for a 2-year-old client should expect the child to be able to perform which of the following actions? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C, D, E
Rationale: A 2-year-old can kick a ball (
C), use 2-word phrases (
D), and walk without help (E). Drawing a square (
A) and hopping on one foot (
B) are skills typically developed later.
Question 4 of 5
An adult is admitted with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The client is receiving an IV of dextrose 5% in water with 40 mEq of KCl. The nurse knows the potassium is added to do which of the following?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vomiting and diarrhea cause significant potassium loss, requiring IV potassium replacement to prevent hypokalemia.
Question 5 of 5
The client with COPD may lose weight despite having adequate caloric intake. When counseling the client in ways to maintain an optimal weight, the nurse should tell the client to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clients with COPD often have increased metabolic demands and may lose weight.
To maintain optimal weight, they should increase overall caloric intake, including protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals, while possibly decreasing complex carbohydrates to balance the diet. Answer A is incorrect as decreasing activity is not beneficial. Answer B may not be feasible due to respiratory limitations. Answer C does not address the need for increased calories and nutrients.