NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The pediatric nurse is reinforcing education about medication administration to the parents of a 4-year-old client. Which statements made by the parents demonstrate correct understanding? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Using an oral syringe ensures accurate dosing. Mixing with food, redosing after vomiting, involving the child in preparation, or punishing refusal are inappropriate.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is talking with a client with acne vulgaris who has a new prescription for isotretinoin. Which of the following statements by the client would require follow-up?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vitamin A supplements can increase the risk of toxicity with isotretinoin, which is a vitamin A derivative.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who had a total knee replacement and has a new prescription for enoxaparin. Which of the following information should the nurse reinforce?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mild bruising or redness is an expected side effect of enoxaparin. Black stools indicate possible bleeding, and ibuprofen increases bleeding risk. Vitamin K restriction is not necessary.
Question 4 of 5
An adult woman has been diagnosed with varicose veins. Which aspect of her history is most likely related to her diagnosis?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Multiple pregnancies increase intra-abdominal pressure and venous stasis, contributing to varicose veins. Running, normal weight, and sedentary work are less directly related.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is observing the movements of a client receiving Thorazine (chlorpromazine). The client continually paces and rocks back and forth when sitting. The nurse recognizes that the client is experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Akathisia is characterized by restlessness, pacing, and rocking, which matches the client's symptoms. Answer A involves fixed upward gaze, Answer C involves muscle spasms, and Answer D involves slowed movements, all of which are incorrect.