NCLEX-PN
NCLEX PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The practical nurse (PN) is collaborating with the registered nurse to conduct a developmental assessment of a 9-month-old client during a well-child visit. Which statement by the infant's parent should cause the PN concern?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: By 9 months, infants should independently grasp objects. This indicates a potential fine motor delay requiring further evaluation.
Question 2 of 5
In the past 12-month period, a man has been arrested twice for driving while intoxicated. He is able to perform his activities of daily living without the use of alcohol and restricts his drinking to weekends. This client meets the criteria for which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Repeated legal issues from weekend drinking indicate substance abuse, as it causes significant impairment without daily dependence.
Question 3 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 4 of 5
In order to enhance a client's response to medication for chest pain from acute angina, the nurse should emphasize
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Learning relaxation techniques. Reducing anxiety through relaxation enhances the effectiveness of pain medication for angina.
Question 5 of 5
Which tasks are appropriate for the nurse in a long-term care unit to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: Collecting vital signs and recording intake/output are within the scope of unlicensed assistive personnel. Other tasks require nursing judgment or are outside their scope.