NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Free Practice Questions Questions
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When monitoring a patient who is receiving a blood transfusion
Question 1 of 5
The nurse would analyze an elevated body temperature as indicating
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fever during transfusion may indicate a reaction, requiring immediate evaluation.
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Question 2 of 5
An adult who is on dialysis asks if he can take insulin before the dialysis treatment. Which of the following statements is true about insulin and dialysis and should be included in the nurse's reply?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Insulin is not significantly removed by hemodialysis, so it can be taken before treatment without loss of efficacy. It does not enhance dialysis, nor is it destroyed or stimulated by dialysis.
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Flaccid:
Question 3 of 5
Flaccid:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Flaccid refers to weak, limp muscles without tone.
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The physician orders a paracentesis for a patient with ascites.
Question 4 of 5
Before the procedure, the nurse should instruct the patient to:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emptying the bladder prevents injury during paracentesis needle insertion.
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Question 5 of 5
Iron drops were ordered for a toddler who has iron deficiency anemia. What observation of the child by the nurse indicates that the child is receiving the medication?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Iron supplements commonly cause black stools due to unabsorbed iron, indicating medication use. Pallor, brown spots, or dark urine are unrelated.