NCLEX-PN
Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
The patient with hypothyroidism
Question 1 of 5
The patient with hypothyroidism will most likely experience which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypothyroidism causes dry skin and weight gain due to slowed metabolism.
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Question 2 of 5
While assessing an Rh positive newborn whose mother is Rh negative, the nurse recognizes the risk for hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The elevated bilirubin is in the range that requires immediate intervention, such as phototherapy. At a serum bilirubin of 12 mg, the neonate is at risk for the development of kernicterus, or bilirubin encephalopathy. The provider determines the therapy appropriate after reviewing all laboratory findings.
Extract:
The patient with hypothyroidism
Question 3 of 5
The patient with hypothyroidism will most likely experience which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Hypothyroidism causes dry skin and weight gain due to slowed metabolism.
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Question 4 of 5
Which client is at highest risk for developing a pressure ulcer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: 75 year-old with left sided paresthesia who is incontinent of urine and stool. Risk factors for pressure ulcers include: immobility, absence of sensation, decreased LOC, poor nutrition and hydration, skin moisture, incontinence, increased age, decreased immune response. This client has the greatest number of risk factors.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about energy conservation. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Using a shower chair conserves energy by reducing exertion during bathing, a taxing activity for COPD patients. Morning activity (
A) may not suit all, pursed-lip breathing (
C) aids respiration, and quick walking (
D) increases oxygen demand.