NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
A male client in the dermatologist's clinic asked the nurse for information on contraceptives. The nurse, who was aware of her limited knowledge on contraceptives, has provided contact number for information to the client.
Question 1 of 5
The nurse's action was based on the Regulatory Board's standard of practice which is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing a contact number reflects competency by acknowledging limitations and ensuring accurate information.
Extract:
Physical findings commonly seen in hypothyroidism include:
Question 2 of 5
Physical findings commonly seen in hypothyroidism include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Coarse hair and brittle nails are typical in hypothyroidism due to slowed metabolism.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
Ashley and her boyfriend Chris, both 19 years old, are transported to the Emergency Department after being involved in a motorcycle accident. Chris is badly hurt, but Ashley has no apparent injuries, though she appears confused and has trouble focusing on what is going on around her. She complains of dizziness and nausea. Her pulse is rapid, and she is hyperventilating. The nurse should assess Ashley's level of anxiety as:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ashley's symptoms, including confusion, dizziness, nausea, rapid pulse, and hyperventilation, indicate severe anxiety, characterized by somatic symptoms and impaired problem-solving. Mild or moderate anxiety would present with less intense symptoms, and panic would involve loss of reality. Psychosocial Integrity
Extract:
The nurse would expect an elderly client with a hearing loss caused by aging to have:
Question 4 of 5
The nurse would expect an elderly client with a hearing loss caused by aging to have:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Presbycusis, age-related hearing loss, results from inner ear damage.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
Convert 8 pounds, 8 ounces to an equivalent amount in kilograms.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: 8 pounds + 8 ounces (0.5 pounds) = 8.5 pounds. 8.5 ÷ 2.2 pounds/kg = 3.8636 kg, rounded to 3.86 kg. Other options are incorrect.