NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse shows an understanding of the psychological needs of a client in isolation when he:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Allowing phone calls meets the psychological need for social connection in isolation. Reading material is helpful but less critical, alternating staff may disrupt continuity, and limiting PPE compromises safety.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is screening pediatric clients for developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Which of the following findings would be consistent with DDH in a 3-week-old client?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Extra gluteal folds (
C) are a sign of DDH. The affected leg appears shorter, not longer (
A). Narrowing of the perineum (
B) and pelvic tilt (
D) are not typical.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a 5 year-old child whose left leg is in skeletal traction. Which of the following activities would be an appropriate diversional activity?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Playing hand held games. Immobilization with traction must be maintained until bone ends are in satisfactory alignment. Activities that increase mobility interfere with the goals of treatment.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is observing a nursing student reinforce teaching to a client on how to take sucralfate. Which statement made by the student would require intervention by the nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sucralfate (
B) should not be taken with other stomach medications, as it forms a protective barrier, reducing their absorption. Timing (A,
C) and constipation (
D) are correct.
Question 5 of 5
The client is admitted to the unit with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$. The client with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$ would exhibit symptoms of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hypokalemia (low potassium, 2.4 meq/L) causes symptoms like U waves on ECG, muscle weakness, and cramps. Peaked T waves occur in hyperkalemia. Muscle rigidity is not typical, and rapid respirations are more associated with acid-base imbalances.