NCLEX-PN
Free NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Questions
Extract:
John H is a 66-year-old man with a history of heavy smoking presented himself to the ER due to difficulty breathing of 2 years duration. Mr. H was also diagnosed with effusion of the right lung. He is now scheduled for chest tube insertion.
Question 1 of 5
What is most likely occurring when persistent bubbling exist in the water seal chamber of a chest drainage device?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Persistent bubbling indicates an air leak, either in the system or from the lung.
Extract:
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a pregnant patient in her third trimester. Which of the following findings should be reported immediately?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Severe headache and visual disturbances may indicate preeclampsia, a life-threatening condition requiring immediate reporting. Mild edema, heartburn, and frequent urination are common in the third trimester.
Extract:
While caring for a young child in Bryant's traction
Question 3 of 5
The nurse should be aware that the traction is no longer effective if:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The principle of Bryant's traction is bilateral 90° hip flexion. It is skin traction applied to the legs to decrease the fracture, maintain alignment, and immobilize both legs. If the hips touch the bed, the traction is not maintaining the required position.
Extract:
Question 4 of 5
A client diagnosed with an ulcer has been placed on tetracycline due to a positive helicobacter pyloric test result. Which food choice, when taken with the drug, could decrease its effectiveness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Milk and dairy products can reduce the effectiveness of the drug when taken at the same time. Answers A, C, and D would not affect the drug, so they're incorrect.
Extract:
Which of the following nursing interventions is a priority on a newborn baby?
Question 5 of 5
Wrap the baby in a warm blanket.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Apgar score assesses the newborn's immediate condition, guiding further interventions.