NCLEX-PN
PN NCLEX Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The school nurse monitors an 8-year-old with a history of asthma. The nurse notes mild wheezing and coughing. Which action should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Measuring peak expiratory flow assesses asthma severity first. Calling the provider , notifying parents , or discussing triggers follows based on the assessment.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is about to medicate a client who is to have surgery today. The client says, 'I do not understand what the doctor is going to do,' and asks the nurse to explain specific details of the surgery. The client has already signed an operative permit. What is the best action for the nurse to take at this time?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The client's lack of understanding indicates a need for clarification before proceeding. Notifying the physician ensures informed consent is valid, delaying medication that may impair judgment.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is talking with the parents of a 2 year old client about nutritional choices to promote growth and development. The family observes a strict vegan diet. Which of the following information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,D,E
Rationale: Leafy greens provide calcium, sunlight/mushrooms/fortified milks supply vitamin D, and vitamin C with iron enhances absorption. Legumes alone lack essential amino acids, and vegetables/fruits don't provide B12.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is reinforcing teaching to the parent of a 6 year-old with a urinary tract infection on how to avoid repeat infections. Which statements by the parent indicate that the teaching has been effective? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
Rationale: Nylon panties can trap moisture, increasing infection risk; cotton is preferred. Not holding urine prevents bacterial growth. Avoiding bubble baths reduces irritation. Wiping front to back prevents bacterial spread. Antibacterial soap may disrupt natural flora, increasing infection risk.
Question 5 of 5
A client receives an injection of botulinum toxin type A for facial and neck rejuvenation. The nurse should monitor for which complication of this procedure?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Botulinum toxin can cause muscle weakness, leading to dysphagia and respiratory issues . Abdominal , urinary , or motor symptoms are not typical.