NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The registered nurse (RN) is making decisions regarding client room assignments on a pediatric unit. Which possible roommate would be most appropriate for a 3 year-old child with minimal change nephrotic syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Children with nephrotic syndrome are at high risk for development of infections as a result of the standard use of immunosuppressant therapy, as well as from the accumulation of fluid (edema).
Therefore, these children must be protected from sources of possible infection.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer scheduled vaccines to a 15-month-old client with Kawasaki disease. The client received IV immunoglobulin 2 months ago. Which of the following vaccines should be delayed? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: MMR and varicella are live vaccines, which should be delayed 11 months post-IVIG due to antibody interference. Hib , hepatitis B , and pneumococcal are not affected.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching the parent of a nine month-old infant about diaper dermatitis. Which of the following measures would be appropriate for the nurse to include?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Discontinue a new food that was added to the infant's diet just prior to the rash. New foods can be a cause of diaper dermatitis.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is administering hygienic care to an elderly client in her home. What should the nurse wash first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Washing the face first during hygienic care respects client comfort and dignity, starting with a less invasive area. It also prevents cross-contamination from dirtier areas like the perineum.
Question 5 of 5
The licensed practical nurse is assisting the charge nurse in planning care for a client with a detached retina. Which of the following nursing diagnoses should receive priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Alteration in mobility is priority for a detached retina, as positioning and activity restrictions prevent further detachment. Comfort, skin integrity, and O2 perfusion are secondary concerns.