NCLEX-PN
Practice NCLEX PN Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The nurse would expect the cystic fibrosis client to receive supplemental pancreatic enzymes along with a diet
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: High in carbohydrates and proteins. This diet supports energy needs and compensates for malabsorption in cystic fibrosis.
Question 2 of 5
The clinic nurse is caring for several clients during well-child visits. The nurse should recognize which client as being the most at risk for anemia?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A preterm infant bottle-fed with breastmilk is most at risk for anemia due to preterm infants' lower iron stores and breastmilk's low iron content. Term breastfed infants (A,
D) have adequate stores initially, and iron-fortified formula prevents anemia.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements describes what the nurse must know in order to provide anticipatory guidance to parents of a toddler about readiness for toilet training?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Myelination of the spinal cord is completed by this age, enabling voluntary sphincter control between 18 to 24 months.
Question 4 of 5
A client with Parkinson's disease complains of 'choking' when he swallows. Which intervention will improve the client's ability to swallow?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Semi-liquids are easier to swallow for Parkinson's patients with dysphagia. Withholding liquids risks dehydration. Full liquid diets may be too thin. Small meals help nutrition but not swallowing.
Question 5 of 5
The physician has recommended that the client increase the amount of dietary iron. The nurse knows that the client understands the recommendation when the client selects which foods?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Roast beef is high in iron, suitable for increasing dietary iron. Other options lack significant iron sources.