NCLEX-PN
Best NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
To initiate a relationship with a child who may be autistic, the nurse would probably be most effective by using which of these approaches?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sitting quietly with the child respects their social sensitivities, fostering trust without overwhelming them, unlike interactive games.
Question 2 of 5
A man who is being treated for paranoia walks toward the nurse's desk and observes the nurse making a telephone call. A few minutes later, he accuses the nurse of having called the police. How should the nurse interpret his behavior?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Interpreting a neutral action (phone call) as personally threatening indicates ideas of reference, a common feature of paranoia.
Question 3 of 5
The nurse is reviewing content prepared by the student nurse, who is planning a presentation on risk reduction for developing ovarian cancer. Which statement should the nurse delete from the student's prepared content?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A. Nulliparity increases the risk of developing ovarian cancer. B. A high-fat diet increases the risk of developing ovarian cancer. C. The nurse should delete the statement about avoiding oral contraceptives. Using oral contraceptives is associated with a lower ovarian cancer risk if they are used for more than 5 years. D. Breastfeeding reduces the risk of developing ovarian cancer.
Question 4 of 5
The home health nurse is completing a follow-up visit at the home of the child recovering from a serious salmonella infection. The nurse should address a concern about reinfection with salmonella after noting that the family has which pets? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,E
Rationale: Reptiles (salamanders, turtles) and poultry (chicks) are common sources of Salmonella, increasing reinfection risk.
Question 5 of 5
A young man who is admitted with antisocial behavior seeks the attention of a young, attractive nurse, and he finds many excuses to involve the nurse in conversation. The nurse should have which of these understandings of this situation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Maintaining a therapeutic relationship sets boundaries, preventing manipulation common in antisocial behavior.