NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Three days after a cast is applied to a fracture of the right lower leg the client begins to complain of pain beneath the cast. The nurse should give priority to:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Pain beneath a cast may indicate complications like compartment syndrome, requiring immediate physician notification. Elevation or medication may help but are secondary. Pain is not normal .
Question 2 of 5
A 15 month-old child comes to the clinic for a follow-up visit after hospitalization for treatment of Kawasaki Disease. The nurse recognizes that which of the following scheduled immunizations will be delayed?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: MMR. Medical management of Kawasaki involves administration of immunoglobulins. Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) is a live virus vaccine, and its administration should be delayed to ensure the body’s ability to form antibodies.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client who underwent a mastectomy 24 hours ago. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Encouraging arm exercises prevents lymphedema and restores mobility post-mastectomy. Dependent positioning (
B) increases edema, heating pads (
C) risk tissue damage, and fluid restriction (
D) is unnecessary and harmful.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is teaching a client about erythema infectiosum. Which of the following factors are not correct?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Erythema infectiosum (Fifth disease) is common in adults, contrary to the statement. The other factors are correct: it typically presents with a 'slapped face' rash, no fever, and a characteristic rash. Safety and Infection Control
Question 5 of 5
A client on the psychiatric unit is in an uncontrolled rage and is threatening other clients and staff. Which of the following personnel can legally place the client in seclusion?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Only a registered nurse or higher (e.g., physician) can legally initiate seclusion due to the need for clinical judgment. LPNs, orderlies, and security lack this authority.