NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The parents of a child who has recently been diagnosed with asthma ask the nurse to explain the condition to them. The best response is 'Asthma causes
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: the airway to become narrow and obstructs airflow. Asthma is defined as airway obstruction or a narrowing that is characterized by bronchial irritability after exposure to various stimuli.
Question 2 of 5
Initial postoperative nursing care for an infant who has had a pyloromyotomy would initially include
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Post-operatively, the initial feedings are clear liquids in small quantities to provide calories and electrolytes.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following neurological disorders is characterized by writhing, twisting movements of the face and limbs?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Huntington's chorea is characterized by choreiform movements, including writhing and twisting of the face and limbs, due to basal ganglia degeneration. The other disorders have different motor symptoms. Reduction of Risk Potential
Extract:
The type of stool in cystic fibrosis is described as foul-smelling, frothy called steatorrhea.
Question 4 of 5
This is caused by presence of large amounts of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because of the lack of the pancreatic enzyme lipase, fats remain unabsorbed and are excreted in excessive amounts in the stool, causing steatorrhea.
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Question 5 of 5
A patient with heart failure is prescribed furosemide (Lasix). Which of the following electrolyte imbalances should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Furosemide, a loop diuretic, increases potassium excretion, leading to hypokalemia, which can cause arrhythmias. Hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and hyponatremia are less likely with furosemide.