NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Test Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The pediatric nurse cares for a 16-year-old client who is scheduled for an appendectomy in the morning. Which of the following interventions are appropriate to support the client's psychosocial needs?
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Peer visits (
B), active participation (
D), and addressing body image (E) support a teen's psychosocial needs. Strict schedules (
A) reduce autonomy, and parental presence (
C) may not align with the teen's preferences.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse has delegated the task of taking the temperature of a client with a new tympanic thermometer to a certified nursing assistant. The nursing assistant says, 'This looks easy. I am good at figuring things out.' What is the nurse's responsibility?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Demonstrating and observing ensures the CNA uses the tympanic thermometer correctly, maintaining accuracy and safety.
Question 3 of 5
A client with emphysema visits the clinic. While teaching about proper nutrition, the nurse should emphasize that the client should
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Use oxygen during meals to improve gas exchange. This supports breathing and energy needs during eating.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse manager considers changing staff assignments from 8 hour shifts to 12 hour shifts. A staff-selected planning committee has approved the change, yet the staff are not receptive to the plan. As a change agent, the nurse manager should first
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The manager is ultimately responsible for delivery of care and yet has given a committee chosen by staff the right to approve or disapprove the change. Planned change involves exploring barriers and restraining forces before implementing change.
To smooth acceptance of the change, restraining factors need to be evaluated.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse at the prenatal clinic is reinforcing education to a client who is HIV positive. Which information is appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Continuing antiretroviral therapy (
A) during pregnancy reduces HIV transmission to the infant. Tdap vaccine (
B) is recommended in pregnancy. Breastfeeding (
C) is contraindicated in HIV-positive mothers in high-resource settings. Infants (
D) require prophylaxis post-birth.