NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse supporting a family who has just experienced a sudden and unexpected death needs to know:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sudden death produces greater emotional turmoil and shock in survivors than does a gradual, expected death.
Question 2 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 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing a nutritional plan for a 6-month-old who has recently been started on solid foods. Which of the following recommendations has the highest priority in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Introducing new foods 5-7 days apart (
C) prevents allergic reactions by identifying triggers, making it the priority. Cost (
A), finger foods (
B), and cow's milk (D, not recommended before 12 months) are secondary.
Extract:
Laboratory reference ranges
1-hour glucose screen - Gestational diabetes
<140 mg/dL
(<7.8 mmol/L)
Hemoglobin (pregnant)
>11.0 g/dL
(>110 g/L)
WBC (pregnant)
5000-15,000/mm3
(5-15 × 109/L)
Question 4 of 5
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) is collecting data on several clients in the antepartum unit. Which of the following clients should the LPN report to the registered nurse for further assessment?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemoglobin of 9 g/dL (
B) indicates anemia, requiring further assessment. Normal glucose (
A), reactive nonstress test (
C), and slightly elevated WBC (
D) are less urgent.
Extract:
Question 5 of 5
The nurse has taught the parent of a pediatric client who will be receiving growth hormone replacement therapy. Which of the following statements by the parent would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Expecting equal height to peers (
B) is unrealistic, as outcomes vary. Bedtime dosing (
A), discontinuation at bone closure (
C), and x-rays (
D) are correct.