NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Practice Questions PN Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse reinforces education to the parent of a child who was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and received a prescription of methylphenidate. Which statement by the parent best demonstrates that teaching has been effective?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking methylphenidate before 6:00 PM (
C) prevents sleep disruption, indicating effective teaching. Diet changes (
A), self-management (
B), and no monitoring (
D) are incorrect or incomplete.
Question 2 of 5
A client just diagnosed with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus septic arthritis is receiving the first dose of IV vancomycin. Which finding is most concerning to the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Wheezing and hives (
D) indicate a possible anaphylactic reaction, the most concerning finding. Muscle pain (
A), flushing/pruritus (
B), and low blood pressure (
C) are less immediately life-threatening.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following clients does the nurse identify as being at high risk for developing colorectal cancer? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A, C, E
Rationale: High red meat/low fiber diet (
A), ulcerative colitis (
C), and family history (E) are established risk factors for colorectal cancer. Obesity (
B) and smoking (
D) have weaker associations.
Question 4 of 5
An adult who has newly diagnosed angina has been prescribed sublingual nitroglycerin. What should be included in the nurse's teaching about the medication? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,E
Rationale: Sublingual nitroglycerin is dissolved under the tongue, stored in dark glass to maintain potency, and may cause headaches as a side effect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is talking to a client with rheumatoid arthritis who is reporting increased pain and stiffness of the joints in the morning. The nurse should encourage the client to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A warm shower and range-of-motion exercises (
C) reduce morning stiffness and improve mobility. Heating pads (
A) may help but are less comprehensive, high-calorie meals (
B) are irrelevant, and NSAIDs (
D) may not address stiffness immediately.