NCLEX-PN
NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Quizlet Questions
Extract:
The type of stool in cystic fibrosis is described as foul-smelling, frothy called steatorrhea.
Question 1 of 5
This is caused by presence of large amounts of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Because of the lack of the pancreatic enzyme lipase, fats remain unabsorbed and are excreted in excessive amounts in the stool, causing steatorrhea.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
The morning staff of an inpatient psychiatric unit has just completed the change of shift report. The nurse should give priority to assessing the client:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A lithium level of 1.8 mEq/L is above the therapeutic range (0.6-1.2 mEq/L) and indicates potential toxicity, requiring immediate assessment. Answer A is important but less urgent unless the hallucinations are commanding harm. Answer B is incorrect as the client is only scheduled for therapy, not in immediate danger. Answer D is within normal WBC range and less critical.
Question 3 of 5
A woman is scheduled for cataract surgery and is to give herself eye drops at home before coming in for outpatient surgery. When teaching the client how to administer eye drops, the nurse should include which information?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Eye drops are placed in the conjunctival sac for proper absorption and to avoid corneal irritation, unlike pupil, iris, or sclera placement.
Question 4 of 5
A patient with schizophrenia is prescribed risperidone (Risperdal). Which of the following side effects should the nurse monitor for?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Risperidone, an antipsychotic, commonly causes extrapyramidal symptoms (e.g., tremors, rigidity), requiring monitoring. Weight gain, not loss, is typical, and hyperactivity or insomnia are less common.
Extract:
Mrs. Jones is receiving Digoxin and Lasix daily. Today, Mrs. Jones complains of nausea and her apical pulse is 130 and irregular.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following nursing interventions is the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nausea and tachycardia suggest digoxin toxicity, often linked to hypokalemia from Lasix; holding digoxin and checking potassium is priority.