NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Upon entering a client's room, the nurse sees and smells smoke and flames. What is the best initial nursing action?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Moving the client out of the room prioritizes patient safety, following the RACE (Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish) fire protocol.
Extract:
A male client in the dermatologist's clinic asked the nurse for information on contraceptives. The nurse, who was aware of her limited knowledge on contraceptives, has provided contact number for information to the client.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse's action was based on the Regulatory Board's standard of practice which is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing a contact number reflects competency by acknowledging limitations and ensuring accurate information.
Extract:
Question 3 of 5
A client with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus takes Lantus insulin. At what time of the day would the nurse administer the insulin?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Lantus is a long-acting insulin typically administered at bedtime (e.g., 2100) to provide steady glucose control overnight and throughout the next day.
Extract:
Following a CVA, a patient remains unresponsive to sensory stimulation.
Question 4 of 5
The lobe of the cerebral cortex that registers general sensations such as heat, cold, pain, and touch is the:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The parietal lobe processes sensory information like touch and pain.
Extract:
A client's monitor shows a PQRST wave for each beat and indicates a rate of 120. The rhythm is regular.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse should note that the client is experiencing:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A regular rhythm with a rate of 120 and normal PQRST waves indicates sinus tachycardia.