NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Prior to a cholecystectomy, the physician orders vitamin K.
Question 1 of 5
This is administered because it is used in the formation of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vitamin K is essential for prothrombin synthesis, correcting clotting deficits.
Extract:
Gout is more prevalent in which of the following:
Question 2 of 5
Men
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Gout has a higher prevalence in middle-aged or older men due to hormonal and metabolic factors.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
An agitated, confused client arrives in the emergency department. The client's history includes type 1 diabetes, hypertension, and angina pectoris. Assessment reveals pallor, diaphoresis, headache, and intense hunger. A stat blood glucose sample measures 42 mg/dl, and the client is treated for an acute hypoglycemic reaction. After recovery, the nurse teaches the client to treat hypoglycemia by ingesting:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale:
To reverse hypoglycemia, the American Diabetes Association recommends ingesting 10 to 15 g of a simple carbohydrate, such as three to five pieces of hard candy, two to three packets of sugar (4 to 6 tsp), or 4 oz of fruit juice. If necessary, this treatment can be repeated in 15 minutes. Ingesting only 2 to 5 g of a simple carbohydrate may not raise the blood glucose level sufficiently. Ingesting more than 15 g may raise it above normal, causing hyperglycemia.
Extract:
A 55-year-old male patient was admitted with a diagnosis of BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy).
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following herbal medications, when asked by the patient, is appropriate alternative treatment?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Saw palmetto is commonly used to alleviate BPH symptoms by reducing prostate inflammation.
Extract:
Screening for high blood cholesterol in the community is under:
Question 5 of 5
Screening for high blood cholesterol in the community is under:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cholesterol screening is secondary prevention, identifying at-risk individuals for early intervention.